Abstract: A one piece, one step, steerable video intubation device has an intubation device body having a downwardly extending stylet, a proximal handle, and a video display. The flexible stylet has firming and bending tendons controlled by a trigger for controlled anatomic shaping and anatomically accurate steerage of the stylet. The stylet is inserted into an endotracheal tube for an intubation procedure, or other tubes for insertion into various body orifices. The stylet and mounted endotracheal tube are guided by a video image from a camera and light on the distal tip end of the stylet. The intubation device is removed, with the endotracheal or other surgical tube remaining in proper place in the patient. Sterility is maintained via a disposible sheath or condom placed over the stylet during use.

Abstract: A handle with a video display is attached to a flexible stylet containing firming and bending tendons. Trigger controlled anatomic shaping provides steerage to the stylet which is inserted into an endotracheal tube or other tube for insertion into body orifices. The stylet and mounted endotracheal tube are guided by a video image from a camera and light on the distal end of the stylet. A storage container and sterilization and prep kit enable the device to be immediately available for reuse when needed.