Diving Hyperb Med
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Resuscitation or airway control of an unconscious diver in a diving bell (DB) or deck decompression chamber (DDC) is difficult. Although the laryngeal mask airway (cLMA) has been recommended by the Diving Medical Advisory Committee, it is associated with many problems in a DB or DDC because of its cuff. ⋯ This small study showed that diver medical technicians (DMTs) preferred the i-gel to the cLMA because it lacked a cuff and was easier to insert from any position. The i-gel is therefore recommended for use in resuscitation in a DB or DDC.