The MacIntosh series laryngoscopes are the predominant choice of the curved blade types. During laryngoscopy, the tip or “beak” of the blade is compressed into the angle formed by the base of the tongue and the epiglottis (vallecula), indirectly raising the epiglottis. The spatula of the blade has a smooth and gentle curve extending from the lock of the tip. In cross section, the construction resembles that of a reverse Z flange, facilitating greater access during intubation. Supplied with a frosted lamp providing defused illumination without shadows. Made of surgical Stainless Steel.
MacIntosh Blades-ENGLISH PROFILE Hand-crafted in a soft matte finish to virtually eliminate reflection and glare. The flange extends all the way down to the distal tip. Made of surgical stainless steel.
MacIntosh Blades - Improved Vision Surgical stainless steel MacIntosh blades, designed to improve your view of the vocal cords with an extra bright reflector lamp. ENGLISH IV MAC This design provides the extended viewing channel for users who prefer an extended flange in the MacIntosh blade. The added channel improves visualization of the cords and provides a guide through which an endotracheal tube may be inserted.
POLIO A modification of the English MacIntosh blade which is offset from the handle at an obtuse angle to allow intubation of patients on respirators, in body jackets, and other difficult situations. It is a curved blade type for indirect laryngoscopy. Blade is made of surgical stainless steel.
The NEW English PrismView™ and American PrismView™ blade may be used:• When the view of the vocal cords is impaired, especially the most anterior larynx
• During nasal intubation
• For post operative examination of the larynx All blades have an extra bright reflector lamp and contain an optically polished prism which provides a refraction of 30° without image inversion. To prevent condensation, warm the prism before use by immersing the complete unit in warm water. Blade is made of surgical stainless steel.
REDUCED FLANGE E-MAC™ Patent # Des. 413.977 A modification of the English Profile blade by reducing the flange. This will enable the user to exert less force on the maxillary incisors while allowing more movement at the distal end to assist in visualizing the vocal cords. The added channel improves visualization of the cords and provides a guide through which an endotracheal tube may be inserted.
SIKER MIRROR For laryngoscopy of patients with anatomical variations which make intubation with conventional blades difficult or impossible. The basic portions of the blade make an angle of 135° with a stainless steel mirror located at that angle on the flange facing the spatula. The distal portion of the blade is three inches long. Because the mirror inverts the reflected image the operator should exercise caution until familiar with its use. A curved stylette is recommended for use with the Siker blade. Placing the blade in a warm water bath for 10 minutes before use will avoid mirror fogging problems. Blade is made of surgical stainless steel.
Sun-Flex™ - MacIntosh Flexible Tip Blades SUN-FLEX™ - ENGLISH PROFILE • Satin finish • Extra bright reflector lamp • English channel to help visualize the epiglottis • Surgical stainless steel construction • Precise control to elevate the epiglottis • Tip has non-pinching design
WIS-HIPPLE-AMERICAN PROFILE A modification of the Wisconsin blade with a straight spatula and a large, circular flange. As compared to the Wisconsin or Wis-Foregger blade, the flange tends to be straighter and run parallel with the spatula. This blade was designed primarily for use in infants. The tip, or beak, of the Wis-Hipple is wider and well adapted to lifting the epiglottis. Blade is made of surgical stainless steel.