What does the medical abbreviation LMA mean?

The medical abbreviation LMA stands for laryngeal mask airway. A laryngeal mask airway is a medical device that is used to maintain an airway during surgery or other medical procedures. It is a tube-like device that is inserted into the larynx, or voice box, and it helps to keep the airway open so that the patient can breathe. Laryngeal mask airways are often used when a patient is unable to breathe on their own, such as during general anesthesia.