DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2018.v06i05.044

Pages: 2088-2093

The development of the laryngeal mask airway in 1981 was the first step toward widespread use and acceptance of the supraglottik airway device (SGAD). SGAD have revolutionized the field of airway management. They are commonly used equipment for airway maintenance during elective procedures under general anaesthesia. They may be used also in other indications such as conduit for tracheal intubation or rescue airway device in prehospital medicine.There have been several innovations to improve the SGHAs in design, functionality, safety and construction material. These have ranged from changes in the shape of the mask, number of cuffs and material used, like rubber, polyvinylchloride and latex. In this review, some SGHAs are mentioned and the reported benefits and potential pitfalls are underlined.