
Verathon · Model GlideScope GVL
AWAKE INTUBATION. GlideScope video laryngoscopes provide an alternative for the patient requiring awake intubation. Whether used during the endotracheal tube placement, or used solely to evaluate the airway prior to intubation, the GlideScope video laryngoscope is a useful tool for emergency room physicians and critical care physicians when used for awake intubation. It may be particularly useful for the patient who fails the airway exam or has macroglossia. CERVICAL SPINE IMMOBILIZATION & SPINE MANAGEMENT. Safely intubate patients with c-spine injuries with GlideScopes signature hyper-angulated blade. GlideScope blades follow the natural anatomy of the area which eliminates the need to manipulate the patients head or neck into a sniffing position typically required with direct laryngoscopy. DIFFICULT AIRWAY MANAGEMENT. GlideScope video laryngoscopes are the ideal solution for intubating patients with difficult or restricted airways. From the morbidly obese to patients affected by microagnathia, GlideScope can aid in intubating the most difficult airways faster, and more effectively than direct laryngoscopy. ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE EXCHANGE. Facilitate endotracheal tube exchanges in patients. Use GlideScope to gain a clear view of the airway for a stress-free, uncomplicated tube exchange. PEDIATRIC AIRWAY MANAGEMENT. Intubate pediatric patients quickly and successfully with GlideScope’s pediatric video baton. Ranging from neonate to small child, GlideScope offers a full solution of laryngoscope tools ideal for any Operating Room, Emergency Department, Neonatal/Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and Labor & Delivery department. ROUTINE AIRWAY MANAGEMENT. When used as a primary solution for routine airways, the GlideScope video laryngoscope is associated with a greater first-attempt success rate when compared with direct laryngoscopy. In addition, the GlideScope has been found to be 99% successful for intubation after initial failure of direct laryngoscopy, helping to reduce the incidence of failed intubation. SINGLE USE VIDEO LARYNGOSCOPES. Prevention of infections has become one of the most important quality measures in every health care facility, since they are shown to be a major cause of prolonged hospital stay, increased patient morbidity and increased costs. Laryngoscopy and manipulations of the airway involve bodily fluids. GlideScope offers sterile, single-use disposable video laryngoscopy solutions to help reduce the incidence of infection and cross contamination. TEACHING AIRWAY MANAGEMENT. Use every GlideScope intubation as a teaching opportunity. With a large, full-color monitor and video output, you can monitor and coach your residents throughout each intubation. Difficult intubations can also be recorded or snap-shot for future teaching within the institution. TRAUMA AIRWAY MANAGEMENT. First responders and Emergency Medicine clinicians are often faced with treating patients who need immediate action to secure the airway. GlideScope video laryngoscopes allow for rapid intubation with high first pass success in the pre-hospital and emergency room setting of patients with or without multiple traumas. Excellent for difficult airways, convenient for routine airways. Provides a consistently clear view, enabling quick intubation in unpredictable conditions. Operational in seconds. Optimized for demanding OR, ED, and ICU settings. Reusable blades in 3 sizes - from small to morbidly obese patients. Easy to use, learn, and teach. Excellent for difficult airways, convenient for routine airways. Provides a consistently clear view, enabling quick intubation in unpredictable conditions. Operational in seconds. Optimized for demanding OR, ED, and ICU settings. Reusable blades in 3 sizes - from small to morbidly obese patients. Easy to use, learn, and teach.
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Symptoms: The anesthesia is dead, reboots, or shuts down mid-use.
Root cause: Mains lead / fuse, an aged battery, or a power-supply board fault.
Symptoms: Short run time on battery; low-battery alarm soon after a full charge.
Root cause: Aged rechargeable battery pack or a charger fault.
Symptoms: Blank, dim or distorted display; unresponsive keys or touchscreen.
Root cause: Display, backlight, or control-board fault.
Symptoms: Power-on self-test or the scheduled performance check fails or is out of tolerance.
Root cause: Sensor drift or an internal board fault; recalibration or repair needed.
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rechargeable battery pack | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Power supply / mains board | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Display / control-panel assembly | Major service part | $$$ | Moderate |
| Cooling fan | Major service part | $ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
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Product labeled as GVL 2 Stat (blades), lot GC32825, was physically packaged with the incorrect size device (GVL 1 Stat (blades)).
Certain models and serial numbers of GlideScope GVL and AVL laryngoscope blades may separate, due to inadequate bonding of the silicone adhesive affixing the halves of the blade. The potential for blade separation may not be readily visible during routine inspection before or after intubation.
Verathon has revised the Operations and Maintenance Manual (OMM) to specifically state compatibility limitations of the reusable video laryngoscope Blade validated through simulated use cycles, such that exceeding this number of cycles in the specific chemical agent may affect the potential life of the product.
Verathon GlideScope Reusable GVL and AVL Blades are being recalled due to the potential risk of premature failure/breakage of the blade tip that may not be readily visible during routine inspection before or after intubation.
Re-usable video laryngoscope blades of the GlideScope GVL3, GVL4, and GVL5 were recalled due to potential cracking.
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