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supraglottic devices, as innovative tools that are opening outpatient doors to more chal- lenging patients. The devices, which are like facemasks for the glottis, alleviate concerns about laryngospasms and cause less insult to airways. When placed and seated correctly, they can also protect against regurgitation from the esophagus. "The LMA has been paramount and is con- stantly being improved," says Perry Ruspantine, CRNA, of Dartmouth, Mass. "Patients who formerly would have been con- sidered for endotracheal anesthesia can now be administered a safe, effective anesthesia with minimal airway stimulation and minimal risks." Lighted stylets, which cast a light that can be seen in a darkened room as the intubation device enters the trachea, were cited as another innovation that can increase confi- dence with difficult airways. Practice, practice, practice But new technology won't do anybody any good — virtually all of our panelists agree — unless you make sure you're intimately famil- iar with how to use newer devices before emergencies arise and you desperately need them. "All techniques should be practiced routine- 1 2 6 • O U T PA T I E N T S U R G E R Y M A G A Z I N E • J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 www.Clarus-Medical.com Admin@Clarus-Medical.com 763-525-8450 Confidence for Every Intubation NEW! Smart Phone Endoscope Adapter! Experience the Versatility of Malleable Stylets View Videos at Clarus-Medical.com w.C n@C a us ed ca co 525-8450 Exp alle larus-Medical.com @Clarus-Medical.com perience the Versatility of eable Stylets Doc # 910113-001-A

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