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Where there is no laryngoscope.

B P O'Donohoe1, R J Page, C Awini

  • 1School of Medical Sciences, University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.

Anaesthesia
|November 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Hospitals in developing nations can create a functional, low-cost laryngoscope using locally sourced wood. This medical improvisation addresses equipment shortages due to financial limitations, improving patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Devices
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Global Health

Background:

  • Financial constraints in developing world hospitals limit access to essential medical equipment.
  • Improvisation is crucial for maintaining healthcare services under resource limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development of a reliable, low-cost laryngoscope.
  • To present a locally producible medical device for resource-limited settings.

Main Methods:

  • Construction of a laryngoscope using wood.
  • Utilizing locally available materials and simple techniques.

Main Results:

  • A functional and reliable laryngoscope was successfully constructed.
  • The device is low-cost and can be produced locally.

Conclusions:

  • Wooden laryngoscopes offer a viable, affordable alternative in resource-limited healthcare environments.
  • This improvisation addresses critical equipment needs in developing world hospitals.

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