The APA™ Video Laryngoscope is a multi-functional device designed to assist direct and indirect laryngoscopy in routine and difficult airway intubations.It may be used to facilitate endotracheal intubation as part of general anaesthesia or CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) during cardiac arrest. The video laryngoscope is reusable, DEHP-free and latex-free. It is fully detachable into three components: APA™ Video Viewer, APA™ Handle and APA™ MAC or MIL Camera Module. When used as a standard laryngoscope, the appropriate Camera Module is attached to the Handle to obtain a view of the laryngeal inlet during endotracheal intubation. When used as a video laryngoscope, the Video Viewer is attached to the Handle and Camera Module to provide improved visualisation during laryngoscopy andendotracheal intubation.
A hand-held device intended to be used by anaesthesia/emergency service personnel to manipulate the tongue, preventing it from obstructing the oropharynx and enabling a clear view of the trachea for the insertion of an endotracheal (ET) tube prior to the delivery of inhalation anaesthesia and/or ventilation. It has a handle containing batteries to power its light (a small built-in light bulb or fibreoptic light) for airway illumination, and a curved or straight blade of various designs and lengths that can be hinged/interchanged or integral. Some types can be magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) compatible. This is a reusable device.