Clinical Application
Designed for direct laryngoscopy in neonates and small infants, this Miller blade set provides controlled elevation of the epiglottis to expose the glottic inlet for endotracheal intubation. Size #0 is typically selected for premature and neonate patients; size #1 is used for term neonates and small infants. The straight blade geometry is preferred when direct lifting of the epiglottis (rather than placement in the vallecula) is required, and it is commonly used in operating rooms, neonatal intensive care units, emergency departments, and procedural suites where pediatric airway management is performed.
Design & Configuration
The straight (Miller) blade is engineered to engage and lift the epiglottis directly, providing a clear line of sight to the vocal cords in small-airway anatomy. Shorter blade length and a narrow profile reduce interference with the tongue and pharyngeal walls in constrained oral cavities. Integrated fiber-optic illumination distributes light along the blade to minimize shadows and improve visualization of the glottic structures during intubation maneuvers—helpful in rapid-sequence and difficult pediatric airways.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Laryngoscope blade set
- Pattern / model: Miller (straight) blade
- Configuration: Fiber-optic (F/O) set of 2 blades — sizes #0 and #1
- Blade design: Straight pediatric blade for direct epiglottic elevation
- Illumination: Fiber-optic light transmission for continuous distal illumination
- Intended use: Neonatal and infant direct laryngoscopy and tracheal intubation
- Reusable: Yes
- Material: Stainless steel with fiber-optic components
Material & Construction
Blades are constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with integrated fiber-optic light transmission channels to deliver consistent illumination to the distal blade. The components are designed for repeated clinical use and routine reprocessing; follow facility sterilization and inspection protocols for reusable laryngoscope equipment.
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