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Does Portex Trach have inner cannula?

Does Portex Trach have inner cannula?

® tracheostomy tubes are designed with a disposable inner cannula and one-piece outer tube to facilitate patient care and help reduce the post-procedural infection.

What is Portex tracheostomy tube?

TYPES OF TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE Portex or Shiley (Mallinckrodt) cuffed tracheostomy tubes. disposable plastic tubes with an introducer and cuff. have an inner cannula. Commonly used in patients who require a short-term airway support e.g. post- operatively or for positive pressure ventilation.

What is the inner cannula for in tracheostomy?

Inner Cannula: The inner cannula fits inside the trach tube and acts as a liner. This liner can be removed and cleaned to help prevent the build-up of mucus inside the trach tube. The inner cannula locks into place to prevent accidental removal. Note: Not all tracheostomy tubes have inner cannulas.

Does a tracheostomy require an inner cannula?

Basic Care (Adults) Tracheostomy tubes often have an ‘inner cannula’ or ‘inner tube’. This is a tube within the outer tube which can be removed and cleaned easily, without having to change the whole (outer) tracheostomy tube. Inner cannulae do narrow the tracheotomy tube which can make it harder to breathe through.

How to replace a Portex Blue Line tracheostomy tube?

Portex® Blue Line Ultra® Tracheostomy Tube Inner Cannula Replacement guide contains removal and insertion instructions plus ordering details for fenestrated tubes.

Why are cuffed Blue Line tracheostomy tubes important?

Cuffed Blue Line Ultra ® tracheostomy tubes are designed to provide an effective tracheal seal for ventilated patients to reduce the risk of aspiration. The high volume, low pressure Soft-Seal ® cuff is intended to minimise patient trauma.

What do you need to know about Blue Line ultra?

Blue Line Ultra ® kits include tracheostomy tube, two inner cannulae, cleaning brush and tracheostomy tube holder to provide secure and minimise tube movement. An uncuffed Blue Line Ultra ® tube can be used to aid swallowing and communication for patients who do not need to be on a ventilator.

What is the name of the uncuffed tracheostomy tube?

Portex® Blue Line® Uncuffed Tracheostomy Tubes. An uncuffed Blue Line Ultra ® tube can be used to aid swallowing and communication for patients who do not need to be on a ventilator.

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