Clinical Application
Designed for direct laryngoscopy in neonatal and small infant patients, this size‑1 blade provides a short working length and narrow profile to facilitate atraumatic access to the oropharynx and visualization of the glottic opening during tracheal intubation. The integrated fiber‑optic illumination improves illumination of the laryngeal inlet without depending on external bulb alignment, helping clinicians obtain a clear view in confined pediatric airways.
Design & Configuration
The compact 72 mm length and slim geometry reduce tongue and soft‑tissue displacement in small mouths, minimizing stimulation and allowing more controlled blade placement. Internal fiber‑optic light transmission supplies focused, shadow‑reduced illumination along the blade’s distal portion, which aids visualization while maintaining a low-profile handle‑to‑blade assembly. The configuration is intended for use with compatible laryngoscope handles that accept fiber‑optic blades.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument: Laryngoscope blade for direct laryngoscopy
- Pattern / model: Guedel Neagus
- Size: #1 (72 mm length)
- Illumination: Fiber‑optic internal light channel (F/O Int/T)
- Intended use: Neonatal and small infant airway management and tracheal intubation
- Reusable design for high‑volume clinical settings
Material & Construction
Constructed from medical‑grade stainless steel for robust, repeatable performance and sterilizability. Integrated fiber‑optic components provide internal light transmission to the blade tip; the assembly is designed for multiple reprocessing cycles and repeated clinical use.
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