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Archive > January, 2009 Vol. X, No. 1

Thinking of Buying...A Video Laryngoscope

How easy is it to use? How affordable to practice?

Anthony Chipas, CRNA, PhD

The video laryngoscope is, in my opinion, a beautiful and functional piece of equipment. The addition of visual assistance to a standard laryngoscope blade can help your anesthesia providers better navigate patient airways for intubation in routine or emergency situations. There's a lot of neat technology out there. Buying the instruments may require some calculations on your part regarding their use and cost, though ultimately the decision comes down to patient safety. Here's a look at the factors involved.

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