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ICU Medical
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MPN: 14-504-68
- Phone: (949) 366-2183
Frequently asked questions
Are different guide sizes and lengths offered?
Yes, this product line is designed with variety, offering multiple configurations, sizes, and lengths to meet diverse clinical intubation needs. This variety is one of the top selling points.
The available guides and introducers feature specific sizing across three key dimensions:
- French Sizes: Options include 10 CH and 15 CH. Notably, the 10 CH single-use Portex guide is compatible with tracheal tubes between 4.0 mm and 6.0 mm ID.
- Lengths: You can select from 600 mm, 700 mm, or 27.55 inches (the specified length for the single-use Portex guide).
- Tip Styles: Configurations include the standard Straight Tip and a specialized Coude Tip (available on reusable bougie versions for enhanced maneuverability).
Are the tracheal tube guides supplied sterile?
The sterility status depends on the specific configuration of the tracheal tube introducer or guide selected:
- Reusable Bougie-Style Guides (10 CH and 15 CH, Straight or Coude Tip): These options are supplied as Non-Sterile and must be sterilized or subjected to appropriate high-level disinfection by the user facility before initial use and between subsequent procedures.
- Portex Single-Use Tracheal Tube Guide: This specific variant is designated for single-use only (suitable for tracheal tube IDs 4.0mm to 6.0mm). It must be discarded after one procedure to maintain strict infection control standards.
What lengths are available for these introducers and guides?
ICU Medical Tracheal Tube Introducers & Guides are available in several lengths, including 600 mm, 700 mm, and 27.55 inches.
What is the purpose of using a tracheal tube introducer?
Tracheal tube introducers and guides are used to facilitate the placement of tracheal tubes during medical procedures, especially in cases where intubation is difficult.
Are various sizes and tip configurations offered?
Yes, ICU Medical offers a comprehensive line of introducers and guides with various tip styles and French Catheter (CH) sizes to accommodate different clinical needs. These tools feature both single-use and reusable options.
Available Tip Styles and Sizes:
- Straight Tip Guide
- Available in 15 CH size (700 mm length).
- Coude Tip Bougie Guide
- Features an angled tip for enhanced maneuverability, beneficial during challenging intubations.
- Available in 10 CH (700 mm length) and 15 CH (600 mm length).
- Portex Single-Use Guide (Specialized)
- Sized at 10 CH (27.55 inches long).
- Specifically designed to fit tracheal tubes with an Inner Diameter (ID) ranging from 4.0 mm to 6.0 mm.
What tip configurations are available?
ICU Medical Tracheal Tube Introducers and Guides are available with two tip configurations: a straight tip and a coude tip. This variety allows for selection based on different anatomical needs and clinical scenarios.
Are the tracheal tube introducers reusable?
Yes, some configurations of the ICU Medical Tracheal Tube Introducers & Guides are reusable. Specifically, the bougie guides are available in reusable, non-sterile options, offering a cost-effective choice for medical facilities.
Are specialized tips and sizing options offered?
Yes, the ICU Medical Tracheal Tube Introducers & Guides are designed with specialized configurations to support various intubation procedures.
Key specialized options include:
- Tip Configurations: Available with a standard Straight Tip or a specialized Coude Tip for enhanced maneuverability.
- French Sizes (CH): The guides are offered in 10 CH and 15 CH sizes.
- Lengths: Available lengths include 600 mm and 700 mm (or 27.55 inches for the specific Portex single-use variant).
- Tube ID Compatibility: The single-use Portex guide (10CH) is specifically sized for tracheal tubes with inner diameters (ID) ranging from 4.0 mm to 6.0 mm.
Who is the manufacturer of this tracheal tube introducer?
This device is manufactured by ICU Medical.
Where do these introducers ship from?
These tracheal tube introducers and guides ship directly from the manufacturer, ICU Medical. Due to this sourcing arrangement, please note that the general expected lead time for delivery is typically 4–5 weeks.
All configurations are guaranteed to be in Factory New condition.