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ICU Medical
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MPN: 100/131/060
- Phone: (949) 366-2183
Frequently asked questions
Does the Soft Seal Cuff ensure secure sealing?
Yes, the ICU Medical Portex Clear PVC Tracheal Tube is equipped with a specialized Soft Seal Cuff designed to provide a secure and reliable seal within the airway. This feature is a key selling point, offering dual benefits for airway management:
- Reliable Seal: The cuff is engineered to establish a secure fit, essential for maintaining proper ventilation during critical care or surgical procedures.
- Patient Comfort: It is designed to achieve an effective seal while focusing on minimizing mucosal trauma and maximizing patient comfort.
The tube and cuff are constructed from durable, clear PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride).
Does this tube include a Murphy Eye feature?
Yes, all available configurations of the Portex Clear PVC Soft Seal Cuff Tracheal Tube include a Murphy Eye.
This is a critical safety feature integrated for improved flow characteristics and enhanced patient safety during intubation and ventilation:
- Prevents Obstruction: The Murphy Eye provides an auxiliary opening near the tube’s distal tip.
- Ensures Continuous Flow: If the primary opening is partially obstructed (e.g., resting against the tracheal wall or blocked by secretions), the Murphy Eye ensures continuous airflow and ventilation.
- Maintains Patency: This design is essential for maintaining enhanced airway patency throughout the procedure.
Can these tubes be used for oral and nasal intubation?
Yes, the ICU Medical Portex Clear PVC Soft Seal Cuff Tracheal Tube line offers versatile configurations suitable for different intubation approaches:
- Oral/Nasal Use: Most variants are specifically designed for use through both the oral and nasal pathways, offering maximum flexibility for airway management.
- Oral Only Use: Specialized configurations, such as the 6.0mm ID North Polar Preformed tube, are available for applications requiring tubes tailored exclusively for oral intubation.
Is this Portex tracheal tube factory new?
Yes, the ICU Medical Portex Clear PVC Soft Seal Cuff Tracheal Tube is guaranteed to be Factory New. This status ensures you receive a brand-new device directly from the manufacturer, meeting strict quality and safety standards for medical applications.
Does the clear PVC material enhance visualization?
Yes, the Portex Soft Seal Cuff Tracheal Tube is constructed using Clear PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride).
This material is a critical feature that provides enhanced visualization. Its transparency allows medical professionals to easily inspect the tube’s lumen, which is crucial for monitoring and quickly identifying any potential secretions or blockages during airway management and ventilation procedures.
What are the packaging quantities for the tracheal tube variants?
The packaging quantity for the Portex Clear PVC Soft Seal Cuff Tracheal Tubes depends on the specific size and configuration chosen:
- 20 per box (20/bx): This is the standard quantity available for most Oral/Nasal configurations, covering internal diameters from 5.0mm ID up to 9.5mm ID.
- 10 per case (10/cs): This quantity is used for the specialized 6.0mm ID Oral variant that features the North Polar Preformed design.
What is the expected fulfillment lead time?
The expected fulfillment lead time for the Portex Tracheal Tube is generally 4–5 weeks.
This lead time is typical because the variants are noted to ship directly from the manufacturer to ensure fresh stock, or from MFI Medical.
Does the clear PVC tube enhance monitoring?
Yes, the Portex Tracheal Tube is constructed from Clear PVC, which significantly enhances monitoring capabilities during critical care procedures.
This clear material offers several clinical advantages:
- Improved Visibility: It allows medical professionals to easily visualize the internal contents of the tube, aiding in the quick detection of condensation, secretions, or potential blockages.
- Assisted Placement: The transparency helps optimize visualization during the intubation process, supporting accurate and secure tube placement.
This design works in conjunction with the specialized Soft Seal Cuff technology, ensuring both visibility and a secure, effective seal within the trachea.
Where is the Portex Tracheal Tube manufactured?
The ICU Medical Portex Clear PVC Soft Seal Cuff Tracheal Tube is manufactured in the US.
Is the tracheal tube available in a wide range of sizes?
Yes, the ICU Medical Portex Clear PVC Tracheal Tubes are available in a comprehensive selection of sizes and configurations to meet diverse patient needs and clinical requirements.
Key sizing details include:
- Inner Diameter (ID) Range: The tubes are offered in sizes spanning from 5.0mm ID up to 9.5mm ID, providing a wide variety for selection.
- Configurations: Tubes are available for standard Oral/Nasal applications and for specific Oral use.
- Specialized Options: Certain variants, such as the 6.0mm Oral option, feature a North Polar Preformed style, designed for specialized anatomical placement.