Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced the launch of the new McGRATH™ MAC+ video laryngoscope, delivering the next clinician-inspired innovation in video laryngoscopy.

Intubation is one of the most common and consequential procedures in acute and critical care settings.³ Research consistently shows that failed or prolonged intubation increases complications and drives additional interventions.^4,5 Hospitals are also increasingly focused on standardizing intubation practices across providers with different experience levels.⁶

The new McGRATH™ MAC+ video laryngoscope was developed to help clinicians navigate these challenges by combining enhanced visualization and advanced workflow-friendly design.^† The McGRATH™ MAC+ video laryngoscope features a larger, higher-resolution screen which gives a clear, unobstructed view of the airway and seamless streaming to any HDMI display^7,8. Retrospective recording capability captures the full procedure, even if recording is initiated after the fact, ensuring critical learning opportunities are never lost.

“First-pass success is one of the most important predictors of patient outcomes in airway management but achieving it consistently can be challenging across diverse clinical environments,” said Dr. Patrick Schoettker, Professor and Head of Anesthesiology, Lausanne University Hospital, Switzerland. “What is compelling about the McGRATH™ MAC+ video laryngoscope is that it’s not just about a visualization upgrade, it’s a system that supports better teaching, situational awareness and post-procedure learning.”  

Designed with clinical workflow in mind, every element of the McGRATH™ MAC+ video laryngoscope — from its wireless rechargeable battery system to seamless streaming, retrospective recording, and auto-file storage — supports efficiency  without adding workflow burden. The device is also ideal for teaching and training, enabling residents and fellows to take on challenging cases while supervisors guide via second screen viewing and post-procedure review.

”Clinicians need technologies that not only perform well, but also help elevate team coordination, training and procedural consistency,” said Jason Case, vice president, Research & Development in the Acute Care & Monitoring business within the Medical Surgical Portfolio at Medtronic. “The McGRATH^™ MAC+ video laryngoscope was built to meet those needs. It supports first-pass success, strengthens how teams collaborate around airway management, and gives hospitals new tools to learn from every procedure.”

The McGRATH^™ MAC+ video laryngoscope is available in the U.S., Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Hong Kong with additional regulatory approvals in other geographies expected soon. Learn more about the McGRATH™ MAC+ video laryngoscope here.  

Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic's periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.

Contacts:
Pamela Lee
+303-218-8264

Ingrid Goldberg
ingrid.goldberg@medtronic.com

† compared to the McGRATH^™ MAC video laryngoscope
‡ based on evidence comparing McGRATH^TM MAC video laryngoscope with direct laryngoscope and other video laryngoscopes

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7. Medtronic internal files. RE00361833 
8. Kaplan MB, Ward DS, Berci G. A New Video Laryngoscope - An Aid in Intubation and Teaching. J Educ Perioper Med. 2003;5(1):E025. Published 2003 Jan 1.