Table 2.
Device Name | Depth markings | Material and design structure | Visualization | Reusable or disposable | Featured Functions |
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Portex Stylet | No | High-density polyethylene outer sheath and an expandable aluminum coated with high-density polyethylene | No | Disposable | Conventional Rigid stylet |
Truflex™ Stylet | No | Stainless steels | Conjunction with a laryngoscope | Reusable | Distal end allows leveraged movement |
SEEKflex | No | Stainless steel core, PVC tubing, ABS resin fittings, handles | Conjunction with a laryngoscope | Disposable | Shapeable, retractable, removable, versatile, inexpensive, and features a bougie |
Shikani Optical Stylet | No | Includes a fiber optic cable, extendable and angle adjustable distal end handle | Yes | Reusable | Optical stylet |