Smiths Medical 100/100/090 - Tube Endo Trach Cuff Aircare 9.0mm 10/BX
The Smiths Medical 100/100/090 Aircare Endotracheal Tube with cuff is designed to support reliable airway management in clinical and emergency settings. With a 9.0 mm internal diameter, this tube is commonly used for adult patients requiring controlled ventilation, airway protection, or surgical anesthesia. Manufactured using high quality medical grade materials, the tube delivers dependable performance, optimal airflow, and patient safety during intubation procedures.
The Aircare cuffed endotracheal tube features a smooth surface and anatomically appropriate design that allows clinicians to insert the tube efficiently while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues. Its cuff helps create an effective seal within the trachea, supporting positive pressure ventilation and reducing the risk of aspiration. Packaged in a convenient box of ten units, the product is ideal for hospitals, surgical centers, intensive care units, and emergency departments that require consistent airway management supplies.
Key Benefits
The cuffed design helps maintain an effective airway seal, allowing accurate ventilation and oxygen delivery during anesthesia and critical care procedures.
The 9.0 mm diameter is optimized for adult airway management, providing sufficient airflow and reduced resistance during mechanical ventilation.
Medical grade construction ensures reliability and durability throughout airway procedures.
The smooth tube surface helps facilitate easier insertion and positioning while minimizing irritation to tracheal tissue.
Each box contains ten individually packaged tubes, supporting sterile handling and efficient inventory management for healthcare facilities.
Compatibility and Applications
This endotracheal tube is compatible with standard airway management equipment commonly used in modern medical environments. It can be used alongside ventilators, anesthesia machines, manual resuscitation devices, and standard connectors found in respiratory care systems.
Typical clinical applications include airway management during surgical procedures, mechanical ventilation in intensive care units, emergency airway stabilization, respiratory support in trauma situations, and anesthesia delivery during operative care. The tube is designed to integrate smoothly with existing airway protocols used by anesthesiologists, respiratory therapists, and emergency physicians.
Usage Guidelines
Endotracheal tubes should be inserted only by trained medical professionals experienced in airway management techniques. Prior to use, the tube should be inspected to ensure sterility and structural integrity.
During intubation, the tube should be advanced carefully through the airway using standard laryngoscopy or alternative airway visualization techniques. Once positioned correctly within the trachea, the cuff can be inflated to create a secure seal that supports effective ventilation.
Proper placement should be verified using established clinical methods such as auscultation, capnography, or imaging when appropriate. Continuous monitoring is recommended to ensure patient safety throughout ventilation or anesthesia procedures.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical Aircare endotracheal tube is produced under strict quality control systems used in the manufacturing of medical devices. These systems follow internationally recognized healthcare manufacturing standards to ensure reliability and patient safety.
Each device is designed for clinical use and is produced with materials appropriate for airway procedures. Healthcare providers can rely on the consistent manufacturing standards associated with Smiths Medical airway products.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with many generic airway tubes available in the market, the Smiths Medical Aircare line is known for consistent manufacturing quality and dependable clinical performance. The cuff design helps provide a stable airway seal, which is essential for controlled ventilation during anesthesia and intensive care.
While other brands may offer similar airway tubes, Smiths Medical products are widely trusted in hospitals and surgical centers due to their proven reliability and clinical acceptance. The packaging and quality control standards also contribute to safer handling and reduced risk of contamination.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is commonly used by anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, respiratory therapists, and critical care specialists who manage patient airways during medical procedures or respiratory emergencies.
Typical settings include hospital operating rooms, emergency departments, intensive care units, ambulatory surgery centers, trauma care facilities, and emergency medical response environments. The 9.0 mm tube size is particularly appropriate for adult patients requiring airway stabilization or mechanical ventilation.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Healthcare professionals should store endotracheal tubes in a clean and controlled environment to maintain sterility before use. Packaging should remain intact until the moment of clinical preparation.
Prior to intubation, clinicians should check cuff functionality and confirm that the tube is free from manufacturing defects. After use, the device should be disposed of according to the medical facilitys infection control and medical waste management protocols.
Routine staff training on airway management procedures helps ensure that the device is used safely and effectively in clinical practice.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This endotracheal tube is intended for professional medical use in airway management procedures. It should only be used by trained healthcare professionals familiar with intubation and ventilation techniques.
Proper clinical monitoring is required throughout the procedure to ensure adequate ventilation and patient safety. Medical providers should always follow institutional protocols and applicable healthcare regulations when using airway management devices.
How to Order
Healthcare providers and medical facilities can order the Smiths Medical 100/100/090 Aircare Endotracheal Tube 9.0mm in convenient boxes of ten units through CIA Medical. To place an order or speak with a medical supply specialist, call (312) 275-5850.
