Clinical Application
This curved Macintosh blade size 2 with a 90 mm working length is intended to facilitate indirect elevation of the epiglottis via vallecular placement for visualization of the glottic opening. Its clinical use is focused on orotracheal laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation in pediatric patients and smaller adults where a shorter, curved blade provides an appropriate reach and view. The integrated fiber‑optic illumination improves visualization in anatomies where shadowing from the oral cavity may compromise line of sight.
Design & Configuration
The Macintosh curvature is designed to engage the vallecula, producing indirect lifting of the epiglottis to expose the vocal cords while minimizing direct soft‑tissue trauma. The 90 mm blade length reduces tongue and pharyngeal crowding in smaller airways and supports a more ergonomic insertion angle for the clinician. Integrated fiber‑optic illumination provides continuous, coaxial light transmission along the blade to enhance glottic visualization without relying solely on handle-mounted bulbs.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Macintosh, size #2
- Length: 90 mm
- Configuration: Integrated fiber‑optic illumination (FO); Fix/T
- Blade geometry: Curved for vallecular placement
- Intended use: Orotracheal laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation in pediatric/smaller adult airways
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Constructed of high‑grade stainless steel for durability and repeated reprocessing. The blade incorporates integrated fiber‑optic components to provide continuous illumination along the airway line of sight. Reusable design permits standard institutional reprocessing protocols for stainless steel instruments.
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