Suction Catheters
A suction catheter is a medical device used to extract bodily secretions, such as mucus or saliva from the upper airway. A suction catheter connects to a suction machine or collection canister.
Once you securely attach one end of a catheter to an aspirator or collection canister, the unattached end will be placed directly into a trach tube to extract secretions. Suction catheters come in a variety of styles. Choose from a closed system, a rigid
Suction Catheter Options
- Closed system catheters are completely encased help to prevent infection associated with suctioning.
- Yankauer suction tips are rigid. Use them for oral suctioning.
- Latex rubber catheters are flexible and are radiopaque, so they are ideal for x-ray use.
- Latex-Free suction catheters come in a variety of styles. They are ideal for people with latex sensitivities.
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