American Profile MacIntosh Blade Size 3.5 (Medium Extended Adult)
The American Profile MacIntosh Blade Size 3.5 gives you that extended reach when standard adult blades come up short but full large adult blades feel excessive.
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About the American Profile MacIntosh Blade Size 3.5 (Medium Extended Adult)
The American Profile MacIntosh Blade Size 3.5 gives you that extended reach when standard adult blades come up short but full large adult blades feel excessive. The smooth curved spatula works the vallecular technique cleanly, with the polished finish helping the blade glide into position without catching tissue.
In practice, this medium extended length hits the sweet spot for larger adult patients where visualization matters most. The flange design stops short of the distal tip, giving you better tongue control without the bulk that can obstruct your view during intubation.
Worth noting: the 144mm length gives you the extra millimeters that make the difference between struggling with a size 3 and overshooting with a size 4. The surgical stainless steel construction means it’ll handle repeated sterilization cycles without losing that smooth finish.
Key Features
- Size 3.5 medium extended adult length (144 x 22mm) for improved access
- Curved MacIntosh profile for vallecular epiglottis elevation
- Polished stainless steel surface reduces tissue drag
- Flange ends short of tip for better visualization
- Compatible with conventional and fiber optic illumination
Specifications for American Profile MacIntosh Blade Size 3.5 (Medium Extended Adult)
Materials
- Composition: Surgical Stainless Steel
Sizes
- Blade Size: 3.5 (Medium Extended Adult)
- Blade Dimensions: 144 x 22 mm
Weight
- Weight: 0.4 lbs
Design
- Spatula: Smooth, gentle curve extending from the lock of the tip
- Flange: Ends short of distal tip
Illumination
- Illumination: Conventional or fiber optic (product supports conventional and fiber optic options)
Intended Use
- Applications: Laryngoscopy for indirect elevation of the epiglottis via the vallecula






