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Description
The Polymed Endotracheal Tube Plain is a medical device used to establish and maintain a clear airway for patients requiring mechanical ventilation or undergoing anesthesia. This uncuffed tube is crafted from a special thermo-sensitive, medical-grade material that softens at body temperature to conform to the natural curves of the airway. It is designed for either oral or nasal intubation and is suitable for short-term airway management. The transparent, kink-resistant design helps ensure continuous airflow.
Thermo-Sensitive Material: The tube is made from a material that adapts to the body's temperature, allowing it to conform to the patient's airway for a better fit.
Radiopaque Line: A line runs the length of the tube, making it visible on X-rays to assist with accurate placement.
Atraumatic Design: It features a smooth, polished Murphy eye at the distal end, which helps to ensure continuous airflow and facilitates a gentle intubation and extubation process.
Standard Connector: The proximal end is equipped with a universal 15 mm connector, ensuring compatibility with standard ventilation equipment.
Naso-Oral Tip: The design is suitable for both nasal and oral intubation procedures, offering versatility in clinical applications.
Q: What is a plain endotracheal tube used for?
A: A plain endotracheal tube is a flexible tube inserted through the mouth or nose into the windpipe to maintain an open airway for delivering oxygen, anesthetic gases, or other gases during medical procedures like general anesthesia or in intensive care.
Q: What does 'plain' signify in this type of tube?
A: The term 'plain' indicates that the endotracheal tube is uncuffed, meaning it does not have an inflatable balloon at its tip. These are often used for pediatric patients or for certain short-term procedures.
Q: What is the purpose of the 4.5 mm size?
A: The 4.5 mm refers to the internal diameter of the tube. The appropriate tube size is selected by a healthcare professional based on the patient's age and anatomical size to ensure proper airflow.
Q: What are some features of the Polymed Endotracheal Tube?
A: It is made from a thermo-sensitive material that conforms to body temperature, is kink-resistant, has a radiopaque line for X-ray verification of placement, and a standard 15mm connector for ventilation equipment.
Q: Is this product intended for home use?
A: No, this is a sterile, single-use medical device intended for use by trained healthcare professionals only, such as doctors and anesthetists, in a clinical or hospital setting. Always consult a healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
The Polymed Endotracheal Tube Plain is a medical device used to establish and maintain a clear airway for patients requiring mechanical ventilation or undergoing anesthesia. This uncuffed tube is c...
Key Benefits
The tube's thermo-sensitive material conforms to the patient's anatomy, potentially increasing comfort during intubation.
A radiopaque line allows for X-ray visualization, which aids clinicians in verifying the correct placement of the tube.
The presence of a Murphy eye helps to maintain a continuous airflow, which is a considerable safety feature during airway management.
Its kink-resistant construction helps to prevent the tube from occluding, supporting uninterrupted ventilation.
The standard 15 mm connector ensures it can be reliably connected to common respiratory and anesthesia circuits.
The tube's thermo-sensitive material conforms to the patient's anatomy, potentially increasing comfort during intubation.
A radiopaque line allows for X-ray visualization, which aids clinicians...
Direction for Use/Dosage
This product is intended for use by qualified medical professionals only.
It is designed for oral or nasal intubation to secure an airway.
The appropriate size should be selected based on the patient's anatomy and clinical requirements.
Use a laryngoscope to visualize the airway and guide the insertion of the tube.
After insertion, confirm the correct placement, which may be assisted by the radiopaque line visible under X-ray.
This product is intended for use by qualified medical professionals only.
It is designed for oral or nasal intubation to secure an airway.
The appropriate size should be selected based on t...
Safety Information/Precaution
For single use only; do not reuse or re-sterilize.
Before use, inspect the product for any damage or imperfections.
This device should only be used by trained and qualified healthcare providers familiar with endotracheal intubation procedures.
Always confirm proper tube placement to minimize the risk of complications such as airway injury or incorrect ventilation.
Patients with this tube in place cannot speak or eat and require monitoring.
For single use only; do not reuse or re-sterilize.
Before use, inspect the product for any damage or imperfections.
This device should only be used by trained and qualified healthcare provi...
Other Information
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
The product is sterile and comes in an individually sealed peelable blister pack.
Dispose of the used tube according to hospital and biomedical waste disposal guidelines.
For any product-related inquiries, you can contact the manufacturer at info@polymedicure.com or call the customer care number +91-129-4287053.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
The product is sterile and comes in an individually sealed peelable blister pack.
Dispose of the used tube according to hospital and bi...