However, it may be detrimental if there is sustained closure of the glottis resulting in blockage of respiration that hinders the free flow of air.

[9] In children, rapid detection and management are imperative to prevent deadly complications such as cardiac arrest, hypoxia and bradycardia.

[10] Patients with a history of significant aspiration, asthma, exposure to airway irritants (smoke, dust, mold, fumes, use of Desflurane), upper respiratory infections, airway anomalies, light anesthesia and patients with acute mental status depression may be at increased risk.

Proton pump inhibitors such as Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant), Esomeprazole (Nexium), and Lansoprazole (Prevacid) reduce the production of stomach acids, making reflux fluids less irritant.

[2] Patients who are prone to laryngospasm during illness can take measures to prevent irritation such as antacids to avoid acid reflux.

[3] For acute context, making an upright position of the upper part of the body has been shown to shorten the spasm episodes.

[13] Treatment requires clearing secretions from the oropharynx, applying continuous positive airway pressure with 100% oxygen, followed by deepening the plane of anaesthesia with propofol, and/or paralyzing with succinylcholine.