Smiths Medical 100/123/015 - PORTEX SINGLE USE EXCHANGE GUIDES ADULT 15Fg, 10/BX
Smiths Medical 100/123/015 Portex Single Use Exchange Guides are adult airway exchange guides designed to support endotracheal tube exchange in controlled clinical settings. This 15Fg guide is intended for single-patient use and is supplied 10 per box. With an adult-sized profile and approximately 27.5 inch length, it is suited for airway management teams that need a dependable guide for tube exchange procedures where maintaining tracheal access is essential.
Key Benefits
This Portex exchange guide helps clinicians maintain access to the airway during endotracheal tube replacement, supporting continuity of care during planned or difficult exchanges. The single-use format helps streamline workflow, supports infection control protocols, and reduces the burden of reprocessing reusable devices. The 15Fg adult size is appropriate for facilities that routinely manage adult airway procedures and need consistent product availability in box quantities of 10.
- Designed for adult airway exchange procedures
- Single-use format supports infection control practices
- 15Fg size supports adult clinical applications
- Approximate 27.5 inch length helps maintain airway access during exchange
- Packaged 10 per box for procedural convenience and inventory control
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical Portex Single Use Exchange Guide is used in airway management environments where an existing endotracheal tube must be exchanged while preserving tracheal access. It is commonly considered for adult critical care, anesthesia, emergency care, and surgical settings. This product is typically used by trained healthcare professionals as part of an established airway exchange protocol and should be selected based on patient size, tube dimensions, and physician preference.
Because airway devices vary by clinical protocol and tube specification, facilities should confirm compatibility with the intended endotracheal tube and procedural approach before use.
Usage Guidelines
This product should be used only by qualified clinicians trained in airway exchange techniques. Before use, inspect the package for integrity and confirm the product size and procedural suitability. Follow the manufacturer instructions for use and your facility airway management protocol. During exchange, maintain continuous clinical assessment of the patient and verify correct tube placement using accepted confirmation methods after the new tube is positioned.
This is a single-use device and should not be reused or resterilized.
Certifications and Safety Standards
Smiths Medical airway products are generally manufactured for professional medical use under established quality and regulatory frameworks applicable to airway management devices. Buyers should review the current product labeling, package insert, and manufacturer documentation for the most up-to-date information on quality system compliance, device classification, and any applicable certifications tied specifically to item 100/123/015.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with reusable airway exchange guides, the Smiths Medical Portex Single Use Exchange Guide offers the advantage of a disposable format that can simplify turnover and reduce reprocessing steps. Compared with alternative single-use exchange guides, this model stands out for its recognized Portex airway product lineage, adult 15Fg sizing, and box packaging designed for routine hospital purchasing. Facilities evaluating comparable products often look at size availability, procedural familiarity, packaging quantity, and whether a single-use or reusable format best fits clinical workflow.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is typically selected by hospitals, surgery centers, anesthesia departments, emergency departments, intensive care units, respiratory care teams, and procedural supply managers. Common application scenarios include adult endotracheal tube exchange, management of anticipated difficult airway changes, and planned airway device replacement where clinicians want to maintain access to the trachea during the procedure.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Store the product in a clean, dry environment according to the package instructions and facility inventory standards. Rotate stock by expiration date and inspect packaging before dispensing to the clinical area. Use the device only once and discard it after the procedure according to facility policy for medical waste disposal. Best results depend on proper clinician training, product selection based on patient and tube requirements, and adherence to established airway exchange protocols.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This device is intended for professional healthcare use. Safe use depends on clinician judgment, patient assessment, and strict adherence to the manufacturer instructions for use. Product selection should always align with the intended patient population, airway anatomy, and procedural objective. Before purchasing or use, facilities should verify current labeling, warnings, precautions, and any regulatory details associated with Smiths Medical item 100/123/015 through the product packaging and official documentation supplied with the device.
How to Order
To order Smiths Medical 100/123/015 Portex Single Use Exchange Guides Adult 15Fg, 10 per box from CIA Medical, contact our team at (312) 275-5850. Our product specialists can assist with pricing, availability, bulk purchasing needs, and support for healthcare facility procurement.
