PT  - JOURNAL ARTICLE
AU  - William E Hurford
TI  - The Video Revolution: A New View of Laryngoscopy
DP  - 2010 Aug 01
TA  - Respiratory Care
PG  - 1036--1045
VI  - 55
IP  - 8
4099  - http://rc.rcjournal.com/content/55/8/1036.short
4100  - http://rc.rcjournal.com/content/55/8/1036.full
AB  - The development of less expensive, smaller, and more reliable video cameras has revolutionized the design of laryngoscopes and the process of endotracheal intubation. The term video laryngoscopy defines a broad range of devices, distinct from fiberoptic bronchoscopes, in which a video camera is used in place of line-of-sight visualization to accomplish endotracheal intubation. Over a dozen laryngoscopes are marketed currently. Each model of video laryngoscope has its own unique strengths, weaknesses, and best applications. For the purposes of this review, video laryngoscopes are grouped into 3 different designs: stylets, guide channels, and video modifications of the traditional (usually Macintosh) laryngoscope blades.