Which video laryngoscope is best for expected difficult airways?

BLADESHAPE study pits hyperangulated against Macintosh shapes

All video laryngoscopes (VL) can provide superior views of the glottis compared to direct laryngoscopy. Compared to direct laryngoscopy (DL), video laryngoscopy increases first-pass intubation success rates, including in patients with expected difficult airways.

For these reasons, video laryngoscopy is recommended by many experts for use in any patient w…