Clinical Application
This Macintosh curved blade set is configured for direct laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation across a full range of patient sizes. The set includes five sizes to support neonatal, pediatric and adult airway management: #0, #1 and #2 (listed at 90 mm length) plus larger #3 and #4. The curved blade geometry enables indirect elevation of the epiglottis to expose the glottic opening for orotracheal tube placement and suctioning during routine and difficult airway procedures.
Design & Configuration
The Macintosh curvature places the blade tip in the vallecula to lift the epiglottis indirectly, a clinical approach that often improves line of sight while minimizing soft tissue trauma. Having sizes #0–4 in one set gives clinicians rapid access to appropriately scaled blades for neonates through adults. Fiber-optic illumination delivers consistent light transmission to the blade tip to reduce shadowing in the oropharynx and improve visualization under varied OR and bedside lighting conditions. Blades are designed to interface with standard Macintosh-style handles for reliable mechanical coupling and illumination activation.
Instrument Specifications
- Macintosh curved blade pattern
- Set of 5 fiber-optic illuminated blades: #0, #1, #2 (90 mm), #3, #4
- Curved tip designed for vallecular placement and indirect epiglottis elevation
- Intended for orotracheal laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Blades are manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated sterilization. Fiber-optic illumination components are integrated to provide consistent tip lighting without external bulbs. The construction supports reusable workflows and routine 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