Sterimed’s Endotracheal Tube is regarded as a reliable method for protecting a patient’s airway. It is used in general anaesthesia, intensive care and emergency medicine for airway management and mechanical ventilation.
Q1. What are the uses of Endotracheal tubes?
A1. Endotracheal tubes are used to maintain patent airway in long term mechanically ventilated patients. These tubes are excellent for oral or nasal intubation. It is also used as a route for administration of certain medicines like atropine, epinephrine and lidocaine.
Q2. What all features are present in Sterimed’s Endotracheal Tube?
A2. It has the following features:
- Universal 15 mm connector at proximal end.
- Kink resistant, thin walled, thermo sensitive tube, softens at body temperature.
- Radio opaque line and markings provided to facilitate identification of tube position.
- Smooth inside/outside surface for ease in intubation, extubation and suctioning.
Smooth polished murphy eye, distal end and tapered balloon end for atraumatic intubation.
Q3. How many types of Endotracheal tubes are available?
A3. Sterimed provides you with five different types of Endotracheal tubes:
- Endotracheal Tube Silicon
- Endotracheal Tube
- Endotracheal Tube- Subglottic Suction Line
- Endotracheal Tube Preformed
Reinforced Endotracheal Tube
Q4. Are there any contraindications for using Endotracheal tubes?
A4. There are some contraindications for using Endotracheal tubes that should be taken care of:
- They shouldn’t be used in procedures which involve use of laser or an electrosurgical active electrode in the immediate area of the device.
- They shouldn’t be used on patients suffering from severe throat inflammation or neck vertebra trauma.
Reinforced Endotracheal Tube shouldn’t be used during MRI scan.
Q5. Is it safe for the patients?
A5. Sterimed’s Endotracheal Tube is totally safe for the patients since it is made from non-toxic, non-irritant medical grade PVC.
Q6. How long should one wear the silicon tape to treat scars?
A6. Steripore Safe- microporous tape is absolutely reliable as it’s manufactured as per the British pharmacopeia (BP) guidelines.
Q7. Is it Sterilized?
A6. Sterimed’s Endotracheal Tube is E.T.O sterile and pyrogen free.
Q7. Can it be re-sterilized and used on multiple patients?
A7. No, Sterimed’s Endotracheal Tube cannot be re-sterilized and is meant for single patient use only.
Q8. How should Sterimed’s Endotracheal Tube should be stored?
A8. It should be stored inside containers or outer boxes under normal conditions in a clean and dry area. It shouldn’t be exposed to direct sun light or UV light.
Q9. What all variants and packings are available?
A9. Sterimed gives you up front choice of cuffed and plain Endotracheal Tubes. The sizes and packings of these variants are as follows:
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Gross: 6.5kg (400 pcs) Gross: 6.3kg (200 pcs) Gross: 8.6kg (200 pcs) |
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540 x 500 x 350mm (2.0 to 4.0mm) 660 x 320 x 380mm (4.5 to 6.0mm) 660 x 380 x 420mm (6.5 to 10.0mm) |
Both the variants are packed in either a box of 25 pieces or master carton of 200 and 400 pieces.
