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Description
The Tuoren Reinforced Endotracheal Tube is a medical device intended for airway management during surgical procedures and in critical care settings. It is designed to be inserted into the trachea to facilitate ventilation. This tube incorporates a reinforcing spiral wire within its structure, which helps maintain the tube's patency and resists kinking or compression, a concern during procedures that require patient repositioning. The cuffed design features a high-volume, low-pressure cuff that, when inflated, creates a seal against the tracheal wall.
Reinforced Structure: A built-in stainless steel spring runs through the tube, providing resistance against kinking and compression during use. High-Volume, Low-Pressure Cuff: The soft cuff is designed to create an adequate seal within the airway with minimal pressure, reducing the risk of trauma to the tracheal mucosa. Medical-Grade Material: Constructed from transparent, non-toxic, and thermosensitive PVC that is DEHP-free, allowing for visualization and enhanced biosafety. Atraumatic Design: Features a smooth, rounded "bull nose" tip and a Murphy eye to facilitate less traumatic intubation and extubation while helping to prevent airway obstruction. Radiopaque Line: A continuous line that is visible on X-rays is incorporated into the tube to allow for clear confirmation of its position after placement.
Q: What is the purpose of the reinforcement in this endotracheal tube?
A: The reinforcement, typically a spiral wire within the tube's wall, is designed to provide resistance to kinking or collapsing, ensuring the airway remains open. This is particularly useful in surgeries where the patient's head or neck may be in a flexed position.
Q: What does 'cuffed' signify for this tube?
A: A 'cuffed' endotracheal tube has an inflatable balloon at its tip. When inflated, this cuff creates a seal against the tracheal wall, which facilitates positive pressure ventilation and reduces the risk of aspirating fluids.
Q: Is this endotracheal tube reusable?
A: No, this endotracheal tube is a sterile, single-patient-use medical device and is not intended to be reprocessed or reused on another patient.
Q: Who is qualified to use this product?
A: This is a medical device intended for use by qualified healthcare professionals, such as anesthesiologists and critical care physicians, for airway management during anesthesia or for respiratory support.
Q: What is the material of this tube?
A: This tube is typically made from medical-grade, non-toxic PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and is designed to be flexible. Many are also made without natural rubber latex.
The Tuoren Reinforced Endotracheal Tube is a medical device intended for airway management during surgical procedures and in critical care settings. It is designed to be inserted into the trachea t...
Key Benefits
This tube is designed to provide a secure airway, particularly during surgeries such as neurosurgical or head and neck procedures where patient movement is common. The reinforcement helps prevent the tube from kinking or collapsing, ensuring a continuous and unobstructed airflow for patient ventilation. Its high-volume, low-pressure cuff design helps in forming a secure seal, which can reduce micro-aspiration while applying less pressure to the airway wall. The DEHP-free composition of the tube contributes to its biosafety profile for patient use. Features like the radiopaque line and depth markers are included to aid medical professionals in achieving accurate placement.
This tube is designed to provide a secure airway, particularly during surgeries such as neurosurgical or head and neck procedures where patient movement is common. The reinforcement helps prevent t...
Direction for Use/Dosage
This product is intended for use by qualified medical professionals only. The appropriate size is selected based on the patient's anatomy. The tube is inserted through the mouth or nose into the trachea using standard medical procedures, often with the aid of a laryngoscope. Once in position, the cuff is inflated with air to create a seal against the tracheal wall. The tube is then connected to a breathing circuit or ventilator to provide respiratory support. Correct placement should be confirmed by a healthcare professional through clinical assessment and, if needed, radiographic imaging.
This product is intended for use by qualified medical professionals only. The appropriate size is selected based on the patient's anatomy. The tube is inserted through the mouth or nose into the tr...
Safety Information/Precaution
To be used exclusively by trained healthcare providers familiar with airway management techniques. This is a single-use, sterile device; do not reuse or re-sterilize. Verify the integrity of the sterile packaging before use; do not use if the package is opened or damaged. The selection of an incorrect tube size or over-inflation of the cuff can lead to airway complications or injury. Always consult a healthcare professional for any questions or before use, as individual results and suitability may vary.
To be used exclusively by trained healthcare providers familiar with airway management techniques. This is a single-use, sterile device; do not reuse or re-sterilize. Verify the integrity of the st...
Other Information
Manufacturer: Tuoren Medical. Product Code: RET0080. Size: 8.0 mm internal diameter. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. The product is latex-free.