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PENTAX Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the Airway Scope AWS-S100, a rigid video laryngoscope for intubation, and the Intlock ITL-S, a specialized laryngoscope blade. The AWS-S100's video monitor allows simple yet accurate verification during tracheal intubation procedures.
Tracheal intubation using a laryngoscope is a commonly practiced technique today to secure the respiratory passage in instances where the trachea is blocked or constricted during cardiopulmonary arrest or in surgical operations where the patient is given general anesthesia. Tracheal intubation is performed by first extending the patient's neck and forcibly separating the upper portion of the palate and the base of the tongue with a laryngoscope. The operator then inserts the tube while directly observing the conditions inside the mouth cavity. Tracheal intubation is a difficult procedure because the intubation and visual confirmation are often complicated by the condition and position of the patient as well as by the location and other external factors.
The Airway Scope AWS-S100 newly released by PENTAX makes possible to perform an tracheal intubation easily.The AWS-S100 has an imaging CCD and LED light attached to its tip. AWS-S100 is paired with an Intlock blade with curved shape. These features allow the operator to verify conditions in the oral cavity and the intubation status during tracheal intubation on a 2.4-inch color LCD monitor. With this device, there is no need to extend the patient's neck or apply excessive force. By placing the airway scope under the epiglottis and raising it lightly, it is possible to insert an endotracheal tube into the trachea. The Airway Scope AWS-S100 supports even less experienced operators can perform fast and accurate tracheal intubation, thus greatly reducing the burden on the operator and the patient alike. |
Major Features
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- Monitor verification
The Airway Scope AWS-S100 features a scope with a tip-mounted imaging CCD and displays conditions in the oral cavity and the intubation status during tracheal intubation on a 2.4-inch color LCD monitor. The operator can perform intubation while watching the LCD monitor. The built-in monitor screen has a wide viewing angle and is readily visible from behind and from the side of the airway scope, allowing staff other than the operator to verify the tracheal intubation status. In addition, the airway scope's video output allows a group of people to view the images on an external medical monitor.
- Intubation from various positions
The angle of the built-in monitor screen can be adjusted for easier viewing. This makes it possible to perform tracheal intubation while comfortably viewing inside the patient's mouth cavity from various position, regardless of whether the patient is in a cranial position, on his side, or facing upright.
- Easy and precise intubation using the sighting device and guides
Intubation can be completed easily and precisely by aligning the sighting device shown on the monitor with the intubating position and gently pushing the endotracheal tube along the Intlock's guides. No stylet is needed. The Intlock accepts endotracheal tubes with outside diameters between 8.5 mm and 11.0 mm.
- Other features
- The AWS-S100 can be used outdoors in rainy and wet conditions because it has a water-resistance rating equivalent to IPX7.
- The AWS-S100 is powered by AA batteries for ease of handling in any location. The airway scope can be used continuously for about 1 hour with fresh alkaline batteries. It has a low-battery alert feature that displays a warning on the monitor screen when the batteries are running low.
- The Intlock blade incorporating with a channel for a suction catheter, permitting aspiration treatment inside the oral cavity if required.
- The Intlock blade is disposable, eliminating concerns about infection.
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Photo (1) : The Airway Scope AWS-S100 with Intlock blade attached
Photo (2) : The Airway Scope AWS-S100, left, and the Intlock blade
Photo (3) : Intubation being practiced on a dummy |
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Main Specifications
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- Airway Scope AWS-S100 ( controlled medical device, specially controlled medical device )
| Model name |
AWS-S100 |
| Viewing direction |
Direct view ( 0° ) |
| Field of view |
90° |
| Illumination method |
Scope-tip LED light |
| Imaging method |
CCD color filter |
| Image display |
2.4-inch color LCD |
| External output |
NTSC composite video signal |
| Water-resistance rating |
IPX7 |
| Power supply |
3 volts / Two AA batteries |
| Power consumption |
2 watts |
| Continuous operating time |
Approx. 60 minutes ( when using fresh alkaline batteries ) |
| External dimensions |
305 mm ( total length ) x 48 mm ( width ) x 72 mm ( depth ) |
| Weight |
375 grams ( without batteries ) |
| Standard accessories |
Carrying case, video output cord, BNC adapter, two AA alkaline batteries |
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- Intlock ( general-purpose medical device )
| Model name |
ITL-S |
| Material |
Polycarbonate |
Acceptable outer diameters of
endotracheal tubes |
8.5 — 11.0 mm |
| Suction catheter size diameters |
4.0 mm ( 12 F ) or less |
| External dimensions |
131 mm ( length ) x 49 mm ( width ) x 96 mm ( depth ) |
| Weight |
55 grams |
| Packaging |
Individually packaged, EOG sterilized ( five blades / box ) |
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