Smiths Medical 100/123/515 - Introducer Tracheal Tube Coude Tip 15Fr 700mm 10/Bx

Smiths Medical 100/123/515 - Introducer Tracheal Tube Coude Tip 15Fr 700mm 10/Bx

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The Smiths Medical 100/123/515 Introducer Tracheal Tube with Coude Tip is designed to assist clinicians during difficult airway management and endotracheal tube placement. Measuring 15 French in diameter and 700mm in length, this flexible introducer provides enhanced control and guidance when navigating the airway during intubation procedures.

The angled Coude tip allows healthcare professionals to maneuver around anatomical structures and guide endotracheal tubes into the trachea with greater precision. Manufactured using high-quality medical-grade materials, this tracheal tube introducer supports safe, efficient airway access in emergency medicine, anesthesia, and critical care environments. Each box contains 10 sterile units suitable for single-patient use.

Key Benefits

• Coude tip design enables improved navigation through complex airway anatomy
• 15Fr diameter provides optimal balance of flexibility and support during intubation
• 700mm length allows precise control for adult airway management
• Smooth, atraumatic surface reduces risk of airway tissue irritation
• Designed to assist with difficult or failed intubation attempts
• Single-use sterile packaging supports infection control standards
• Consistent performance suitable for emergency and controlled clinical settings

Compatibility and Applications

This tracheal tube introducer is compatible with a wide range of standard endotracheal tubes used in hospital and emergency care settings. It is commonly utilized by anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, respiratory therapists, and critical care teams to guide endotracheal tubes during intubation procedures.

Typical applications include operating rooms, emergency departments, intensive care units, trauma centers, and pre-hospital emergency response. The introducer is particularly useful when visualizing the airway is difficult or when additional directional guidance is required.

Usage Guidelines

Before use, clinicians should confirm the sterility of the package and inspect the introducer for any visible defects. The device should be gently inserted through the airway to guide the endotracheal tube into the trachea using appropriate clinical technique.

Once the endotracheal tube has been advanced over the introducer and positioned correctly, the introducer should be carefully withdrawn. The device is intended for single-patient use and must be disposed of following institutional medical waste protocols.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical tracheal tube introducer is manufactured in accordance with recognized medical device quality standards. Production follows strict quality control procedures to ensure reliability, sterility, and patient safety.

The device complies with regulatory requirements for medical airway management equipment used in hospital and clinical environments. Sterile packaging helps maintain product integrity until the time of use.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard airway introducers, the Smiths Medical 100/123/515 model provides enhanced maneuverability through its Coude tip configuration. The angled design improves directional control during challenging intubation scenarios.

The durable construction and consistent flexibility distinguish it from lower-cost alternatives that may lack precision or structural stability. Clinicians often prefer this model due to its balance of rigidity and flexibility, allowing reliable tube placement without compromising patient safety.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This tracheal tube introducer is primarily used by anesthesia specialists, emergency physicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and intensive care clinicians. It is frequently employed in scenarios where airway access must be established quickly and safely.

Common scenarios include trauma airway management, emergency intubation, difficult airway cases in operating rooms, and airway support for critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Clinicians should follow established airway management protocols when using this introducer. Proper lubrication and careful insertion techniques help reduce patient discomfort and minimize potential airway trauma.

The introducer should never be reused or reprocessed, as it is designed for single-use clinical application. Proper disposal after use ensures compliance with infection control policies and maintains patient safety standards.

Regulatory and Safety Information

This medical device is intended for professional use by trained healthcare personnel experienced in airway management procedures. It should only be used in accordance with clinical guidelines and institutional protocols.

All handling, use, and disposal procedures should follow hospital infection control policies and applicable healthcare regulations. Any product irregularities or packaging damage should be reported and the device should not be used.

How to Order

Smiths Medical 100/123/515 Introducer Tracheal Tube Coude Tip 15Fr 700mm is available in boxes of 10 units. For product availability, bulk purchasing options, and professional ordering support, contact CIA Medical directly.

To place an order or request additional information, please call (312) 275-5850.