Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
2762445 Journal of Clinical Anesthesia 2014 4 Pages PDF
Abstract

Cranial nerve injury is a rare complication with the use of supraglottic airway devices. A case of lingual nerve injury following the use of a Laryngeal Mask Airway Supreme in a 45 year old woman is presented. A review of the literature regarding lingual nerve injury as a complication of the supraglottic airway is also presented.

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