Reinforced endotracheal tube, single-use

Intended purpose

To be inserted orally or nasally into the trachea to provide an unobstructed airway to convey gases and vapours to and from the lungs during anaesthesia, resuscitation, and other situations where the patient is not properly ventilated. To help ensure patency of the upper airway, allow mechanical positive pressure management, protect the airway from gastric contents and permit tracheobronchial suction. It is wire reinforced to prevent kinking during patient movement and may: 1) be packaged with a connector that will attach to a breathing circuit or manual resuscitator; 2) have a distal inflatable cuff to seal against the tracheal wall; 3) have a built-in pilot balloon.