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Use of laryngeal mask airway for lacrimal duct syringing and probing in paediatric patients | |
Dr. Rouf Bashir, Dr. Hina Khurshid, Dr. Khawer Muneer | |
Background: Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO) is a common cause of epiphora in children, present in upto 8% of newborns, unlike adults, children requiring eye surgery do not tolerate sedation or local anaesthetic techniques and therefore usually require general anaesthesia. Our purpose of this study is to assess the safety and effectiveness of LMA for anaesthetic management. Methods: This prospective study was conducted in the Department of Anaesthesiology, SKIMS Medical College and Hospital Bemina. Study was conducted on 30 patients undergoing syringing and probing of one or both eyes between August 2021 to August 2023. Results: The use of LMA was associated with early recovery, lesser incidence o postoperative nausea and vomiting and early discharge. Conclusion: The use of LMA with spontaneous ventilation under general anaesthesia is a safe technique for syringing and probing for CNLDO in children. |
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