Macintosh Conventional Laryngoscope blade 78mm, #2

Clinical Application

This curved Macintosh blade is configured to facilitate direct laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation by enabling indirect elevation of the epiglottis when the blade tip is placed in the vallecula. Size #2 with a 78 mm blade length is commonly selected for pediatric patients, smaller adolescents and adults, or patients with smaller oral cavities where a shorter working length is desirable. It is used routinely in operating rooms, procedural suites and emergency airway management for visualization of the vocal cords and placement of endotracheal tubes.

Design & Configuration

The Macintosh geometry features a smooth, curved profile with a broad flange that displaces the tongue while the blade tip is positioned in the vallecula to indirectly lift the epiglottis. The 78 mm length provides controlled reach to the hypopharynx without excessive distal projection, helping reduce the risk of over-insertion in smaller patients. The curved contour also supports typical macintosh laryngoscopy technique, allowing alignment of oral, pharyngeal and laryngeal axes for improved line-of-sight during intubation.

Instrument Specifications

• Blade pattern: Macintosh conventional
• Size: #2
• Blade length: 78 mm
• Configuration: Curved blade for vallecular placement and tongue displacement
• Typical use: Direct laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation
• Construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel with a contoured profile for strength and rigidity during intubation maneuvers. The stainless finish facilitates cleaning and sterilization between cases. The instrument is designed for repeated reuse following institutional decontamination and sterilization protocols.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy