Radiopaque line throughout the tube.
- Made of transparent, nontoxic PVC and latex free.
- Available with cuff(high volume low pressure)and without cuff.
Reinforced Tracheostomy tube without cuff
uncuffed tracheostomy tube can be used to aid swallowing and communication for patients who do not need to be on a ventilator.
Uncuffed tracheostomy tubes can be used when a cuff is no longer needed either for ventilation or to prevent aspiration. In the event of the tracheostomy becoming blocked the patient may be able to breathe around the tube.
provides a clear, flexible, anatomically shaped neck flange which adapts to the movements of the patient’s head helping to reduce irritation and allows for cleaning and visualisation of the stoma site and underlying skin.
When is a tracheostomy considered?
A tracheostomy may be performed for the following conditions:
Obstruction of the mouth or throat
Breathing difficulty caused by edema (swelling), injury or pulmonary (lung) conditions
Airway reconstruction following tracheal or laryngeal surgery
Airway protection from secretions or food because of swallowing problems
Airway protection after head and neck surgery.
Long-term need for ventilator (breathing machine) support