HEINE ANAESTHESIOLOGY

Endotracheal intubation for securing the airways is a procedure used in anaesthesia, intensive care and emergency medicine. Swift and successful endotracheal intubation is necessary to secure the airways both during elective surgery and in life-threatening situations. Medical professionals who perform this procedure need the appropriate skills and experience to ensure patient safety.

Nowadays, video laryngoscopy is considered one of the core competencies in modern airways management. Numerous clinical studies demonstrate the benefits of video laryngoscopy over conventional laryngoscopy. Many experts and associations already recommend video laryngoscopy as the method of choice in all intubation situations, as it often leads to successful intubation on the first attempt.

Read on to find out tips for selecting and using both conventional laryngoscope handles and blades, not to mention for working with the video laryngoscope.