The researchers said both metal-reinforced supraglottic airways are appropriate for use in the scanning machines. The researchers said providers most likely do not understand the labeling terms used to describe MRI compatibility for the devices.
The researchers asked 20 anesthesiologists if they would use the LMA ProSeal and LMA Flexible during MRI. They found that 85 percent were unwilling to use a ProSeal and 90 percent were unwilling to use the Flexible in the MRI setting.
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