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.This blade type is American profile with a slightly more abrupt curvature and a flange starting at the lock of the blade and continuing to approximately where the curvature changes direction then disappearing. Supplied with a frosted lamp providing defused illumination without shadows.
Features:
Greenline MacIntosh American Profile Blade Size 0 (Newborn) | |
Greenline MacIntosh American Profile Blade Size 1 (Infant) | |
Greenline MacIntosh American Profile Blade Size 2 (Child) | |
Greenline MacIntosh American Profile Blade Size 3 (Medium Adult) | |
Greenline MacIntosh American Profile Blade Size 3.5 (Extended Medium Adult) | |
Greenline MacIntosh American Profile Blade Size 4 (Large Adult) |