Placement of self ‐expanding metallic tracheobronchial Y stent with laryngeal mask airway using conscious sedation under fluoroscopic guidance

ConclusionsLMA assisted Y stent insertion enables airway control during the procedure. In comparison to silicone Y stent insertion, the procedure is less cumbersome, shorter in duration and does not require the use of general anesthesia or rigid bronchoscopy.Key pointsSignificant findings of the studyLMA assisted Y stent insertion enables airway control during the implantation of metallic self ‐expanding Y stent. The procedure does not require the use of general anesthesia or rigid bronchoscopy.What this study addsIn this study we present the technique and outcomes of LMA assisted Y stent insertion. This method of Y stent insertion provides an additional treatment option for patients with central airway obstruction and fistula.

Source: Thoracic Cancer - December 16, 2020 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Barak Pertzov, Evgeni Gershman, Shimon Izhakian, Shai M. Amor, Dror Rosengarten, Mordechai R. Kramer Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research