Hi-Contour tracheal tube with cuff
The Hi-Contour tracheal tube with low-pressure cuff ensures safe ventilation during oral or nasal intubations. Sterile and latex-free, it features a flexible sleeve facilitating atraumatic insertion, depth markers and a Murphy eye for respiratory safety. Available in 13 diameters, from 3.5 to 9.5 mm.
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Associated categories: Hi-Contour cuffed endotracheal tube
Features
- Hi-Contour endotracheal tube with cuff for oral or nasal intubation
- Low-pressure cuff ensuring optimal seal with minimal pressure on tracheal mucosa
- Sterile and single-use
- Latex-free – suitable for patients with latex sensitivity
- Thin-walled and flexible sleeve facilitating gentle and atraumatic insertion
- Integrated Murphy eye allowing emergency ventilation if distal obstruction occurs
- Graduated depth markings for precise and controlled positioning
- Wide range of internal diameters: 3.5 mm to 9.5 mm (in 0.5 mm increments)
- Khine formula for children: Size = (Age / 4) + 3
- Standard 15 mm connector compatible with ventilation systems
Often bought together
Controlled intubation, a cuff that protects: confidence restored with every critical procedure.
Frequently asked questions
What size endotracheal tube should I choose for a child?
The Khine formula helps estimate the appropriate diameter: divide the child's age by 4, then add 3. For example, for an 8-year-old child, the calculation gives (8/4) + 3 = 5 mm internal diameter.
What is the purpose of the Murphy eye on an endotracheal tube?
The Murphy eye is a lateral opening located at the distal end of the tube. If the main opening is obstructed by secretions or contact with the tracheal wall, it allows emergency ventilation to be maintained.
Why use a low-pressure cuff for intubation?
A low-pressure cuff distributes the inflation force over a larger surface area, thereby reducing the pressure exerted on the tracheal mucosa. This reduces the risk of ischemic lesions during prolonged intubations.