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Laryngoscope<br />

A laryngoscope is the device used to expose the vocal cords in order to pass an endotracheal<br />

tube. It is most commonly used under general anesthesia. It is used in most routine intubations.<br />

<strong>The</strong> most common laryngoscope blade is the Macintosh blade. It is positioned in the vallecula<br />

such that upward pressure on the tongue will expose the larynx.<br />

<strong>The</strong> traditional laryngoscope allows direct laryngoscopy. Newer devices, such as the videolaryngoscope,<br />

allow for indirect laryngoscopy where the larynx is viewed on a screen and a<br />

direct line of sight is not achieved.<br />

Related Glossary Terms<br />

Cormack Lehane, Difficult airway, Direct laryngoscopy, Fibreoptic bronchoscope, Intubation,<br />

Larynx, Macintosh blade, Magill blade, Vallecula, Videolaryngoscope<br />

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Chapter 1 - Airway Management<br />

Chapter 1 - Airway Management

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