Evaluation of a Low-Cost Videolaryngoscope: By Conducting a Manikin Study

Background: Existing videolaryngoscopes do not meet the needs, budgets, and cleaning protocols of low- and middle-income countries. To solve these problems, a new videolaryngoscope, the Goodscope, has been developed which is less expensive, reusable and easy to clean. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of the Goodscope compared...

Validating Reusability: Assessing the Cleanability of the Vela Vacuum Extractor: A Study to Enhance Sustainability and Accessibility of the Vacuum Extractor Before Final Material Production

INTRODUCTION: The importance of reusable medical devices is increasingly evident due to their sustainability and accessibility advantages in high- and low- & middle-income countries. In response, LAYCO Medical Devices is developing a reusable vacuum extractor, vela®, as an alternative to the commonly used disposable vacuum extractor. This...