Cost Comparison of 2 Video Laryngoscopes in a Large Academic Center

Objective: Retrospective study examining hospital cost information of patients requiring endotracheal intubation with video laryngoscopy. Provide a practical assessment on use the McGRATH and GlideScope laryngoscopes (VLs). Methods: This examined 52 locations within single, large university hospital, most those being operating rooms. A total 34 600 intubations performed over 24 months, which 11 345 were laryngoscopies. Electronic medical records containing demographic data related to procedures, monthly breakdowns between intubations, reviewed. Cost calculated for equipment, blades, batteries, repairs, subsequent analysis determine differences 2 instruments during COVID-19 period. Results: 5501 laryngoscopy procedures using VL 5305 VL. Costs months $181 093 lower (55.5%) compared GlideScope. The mean (SD) costs blades $3837 ($1050) $3236 ($538) years 1 2, respectively, vs $1652 ($663) $2933 ($585) (P<.001). Most attributed equipment blade purchases, $202 595 (65.0%) higher During period, increased 61% all cases, 37% Blade difference COVID19 period was $128 even though 293 more that device. Conclusions: Use resulted in savings 55% GlideScope, its highest may be explained by portable features.