Video Laryngeal Mask Versus Endotracheal Tube Undergoing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Surgery

Video Laryngeal Mask Versus Endotracheal Tube in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Surgery Under General Anesthesia: a Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of using a video laryngeal mask for airway management in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

The investigators will compare the time required to secure the airway when inserting a video laryngeal mask (LMA) versus performing endotracheal intubation.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients over 19 years old
• Patients planned for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

• High risk of aspiration (e.g. gastro-esophageal reflux disease, hiatus hernia, pregnancy, history of gastrectomy)
• Difficult airway (e.g. limitation of mouth opening, limitation of neck extension, oropharyngeal pathology)
• Obesity (BMI > 30 kg/m2)
• Tooth mobility