lma

LMA is an acronym that can refer to multiple concepts across different sectors. Among the most widely used meanings are in medicine and finance: the laryngeal mask airway, a device for airway management during anesthesia or sedation, and the Loan Market Association, a professional body that standardizes syndicated loan documentation in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

The laryngeal mask airway is a soft, inflatable tube inserted into the pharynx to seal the laryngeal inlet and permit ventilation without endotracheal intubation. It provides a conduit for anesthetic gases or oxygen and is commonly used for general anesthesia or sedation. Insertion requires training; benefits include ease of use and reduced airway trauma in suitable cases, while risks include an inadequate seal, airway obstruction, aspiration, and cuff-related injury.

The Loan Market Association is a professional body that standardizes syndicated loan documentation in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. It publishes standard forms and guidance for loan transactions, including facility agreements and security packages. Its aim is to streamline negotiations and reduce legal risk; members include banks, law firms, corporate borrowers, and investors.

Other uses exist depending on context; LMA may refer to organizations or concepts beyond medicine and finance. Readers should rely on surrounding text to determine the intended meaning.