Abstract
Objective: We hypothesize that the time, number of attempts, and physiologic stability of placement of an LMA would be superior compared to ETT. Study design: Videotape and physiologic parameters of LMA (n = 36) and ETT (n = 31) placement procedures for infants 28–36 weeks gestation were reviewed. Results: Duration of attempts (32 vs 66 s, p < 0.001) and mean total airway insertion time (88 vs 153 s, p = 0.06) was shorter for LMA compared to ETT. Mean number of attempts for successful placement was fewer for LMA (1.5 vs 1.9, p = 0.11). Physiologic parameters remained near baseline in both groups despite very different degrees of premedication. Conclusion: Placement of an LMA required less time and fewer number of attempts compared to ETT. Physiologic stability of an LMA was maintained without the use of an analgesic and muscle relaxant. Use of an LMA is a favorable alternative to ETT placement for surfactant delivery in neonates. Trial Registration: NCT01116921.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 239-243 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of Perinatology |
| Volume | 44 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Feb 2024 |
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PubMed: MeSH publication types
- Clinical Trial
- Comparative Study
- Journal Article