Matins, R. H G [UNESP]Braz, José Reinaldo Cerqueira [UNESP]Mori, A. R. [UNESP]2014-05-272014-05-271999-01-01Revista Brasileira de Otorrinolaringologia, v. 65, n. 1, p. 60-63, 1999.0034-7299http://hdl.handle.net/11449/65701The laryngeal mask has been demonstrating to be a new option for the maintenance of the airway permeability in anesthetized patients. It permits easy and fast insert. The authors made a review about the laryngeal mask including the main indications, advantages and possible injuries associated to its use.60-63porAirwayAnaesthesiaLaryngeal maskairway obstructionanesthesiainjurylaryngeal maskmaintenance therapypermeabilitytreatment indicationMascara laringea. Uma nova opcao para a manutencao da permeabilidade das vias aereas superioresLaryngeal mask. A new option for the maintenance of the airway permeabilityArtigoAcesso restrito2-s2.0-0032920447