KARL STORZ unveils video MACINTOSH intubating laryngoscope

CULVER CITY, California - KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc., the leader in reusable endoscope technology, announces the launch of the Video Macintosh Intubating Laryngoscope. Featuring a unique design that combines the popular Macintosh laryngoscope blade in a handle with fully integrated Micro Video Module (MVM) imaging technology, the new KARL STORZ Video Macintosh makes it possible to perform visually controlled oral intu-bations. Additionally, the entire OR team can simultaneously observe the position of the vocal cords on the video monitor during intubation.

KARL STORZ collaborated with leading anesthesiologists in the development of the Video Macintosh, including primary investigators Dr. Marshal Kaplan, associate clinical professor of anesthesiology, UCLA, and attending anesthesiologist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Dr. Denham Ward, professor of anesthesia, University of Rochester, New York.

“Difficult airways may be encountered at any time in the OR, intensive care unit or emergency room,” said Dr. Kaplan. “By providing a magnified display of the anatomy, the new Video Mac-intosh Intubating Laryngoscope makes intubations easier.”
Dr. Carin Hagberg, professor of anesthesiology at the University of Texas Medical School, Houston, added, “Instead of looking through a keyhole, anesthesiologists will now be able to ob-tain a magnified view of the entire larynx.”
“In cases requiring external laryngeal manipulation, the assistant can now see the effect of the maneuver on the monitor simultaneously with the anesthesiologist for quicker, more efficient in-tubation.”
Integrated into the handle of each Video Macintosh Laryngoscope is KARL STORZ’s exclusive Micro Video Module (MVM) technology, eliminating the need to attach cameras, focus and zoom for shorter intubation times. Since the fiberoptics extend to the distal end of the laryngo-scope blade, anesthesiologists are able to view key anatomical landmarks at the earliest possible time, facilitating navigation.

Other features include a built-in electronic filter that eliminates the disturbing moiré appearance of the fiber structure, creating a smooth image. And plug and play compatibility with the full range of KARL STORZ imaging systems, including the Telecam SL-IPM®, ensures maximum versatility.

KARL STORZ engineers specifically designed the Video Macintosh for use with the Difficult Airway Kart™, which features a swivel arm for rapid positioning of a 10-inch flat screen monitor above the patient’s chest. The Video Macintosh and Difficult Airway Kart work together to fa-cilitate the intubation process, improving the working environment for the entire anesthesiology team.

“The Video Macintosh’s ergonomic, intuitive design requires no special training,” said John Davis, director of marketing, KARL STORZ. “It will no doubt prove to be an ideal choice for teaching, enabling anesthesiologists, residents, nurses and OR staff to view the entire intubation procedure simultaneously.”
The Video Macintosh also features an autoclavable laryngoscope blade and an immersible han-dle, allowing convenient reprocessing.

The Video Macintosh is just the latest addition to the fully-integrated Universal Intubation Sys-tem from KARL STORZ. Offering the latest advances in video imaging and airway management, the Universal Intubation System encompasses adult and pediatric flexible intubation endoscopes, intubation carts, contemporary flat screen monitors and portable light sources.