Smiths Medical 100/130/065 - TRACHEAL TUBE POLAR UNCUFFED NORTH NASAL POLYURETHANE 6.5MM + 10/CA
The Smiths Medical 100/130/065 Polar North Nasal Uncuffed Tracheal Tube is designed for safe and efficient airway management during nasal intubation procedures. Manufactured from high quality polyurethane, this 6.5mm internal diameter tracheal tube offers excellent flexibility, durability, and patient comfort. The Polar North nasal configuration is specifically engineered to direct the tube away from the surgical field, making it an ideal solution for procedures involving the oral cavity, maxillofacial region, or dental surgery.
This uncuffed nasal tracheal tube supports reliable airway access while minimizing pressure on delicate airway structures. Its smooth surface and atraumatic tip allow for easier insertion and reduced irritation during placement. Packaged in a case of ten, it provides a practical and cost effective solution for hospitals, surgical centers, emergency departments, and anesthesia teams that require dependable airway devices for routine and specialized procedures.
Key Benefits
The Polar North design helps route the tube upward and away from the operative field, providing surgeons with improved visibility and access during procedures. The polyurethane construction enhances flexibility and strength, allowing the tube to maintain its shape while adapting to the natural airway anatomy.
The uncuffed configuration is particularly suitable for pediatric and specific clinical applications where cuffed tubes may not be required. The smooth distal tip supports atraumatic insertion through the nasal passage and trachea, reducing the risk of tissue irritation. Clear tube construction allows clinicians to visually confirm condensation and airflow during ventilation.
The product is supplied sterile and individually packaged to support infection control protocols in medical environments.
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical Polar North Nasal Uncuffed Tracheal Tube is widely used in anesthesia, emergency airway management, and surgical procedures that require nasal intubation. Its specialized configuration makes it particularly valuable during dental, oral surgery, ENT, and maxillofacial operations where an oral tube would interfere with the surgical workspace.
This device is compatible with standard anesthesia breathing circuits, ventilators, and airway management equipment commonly used in operating rooms and intensive care units. The 6.5mm internal diameter provides an appropriate airway size for selected adult or adolescent patients depending on clinical judgment.
Usage Guidelines
The tracheal tube should be inserted only by trained medical professionals experienced in airway management techniques. Prior to use, clinicians should verify the tube size and inspect the packaging to confirm sterility and product integrity.
Lubrication may be applied as required to facilitate nasal insertion. During placement, clinicians should monitor the patient carefully and confirm correct positioning using established clinical methods such as auscultation, capnography, and visualization techniques. The tube should then be secured according to institutional protocols to maintain airway stability throughout the procedure.
Certifications and Safety Standards
Smiths Medical airway management products are manufactured under strict medical device quality systems to ensure reliability and patient safety. The Polar North nasal tracheal tube meets recognized medical manufacturing and sterility standards used in hospitals and surgical centers worldwide.
Each device is produced using controlled processes that support consistency, biocompatibility, and safe use within clinical environments.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with conventional straight nasal tubes, the Polar North configuration offers improved surgical field access by directing the airway tubing upward rather than across the face. This design advantage helps reduce obstruction of the operating area and improves workflow during complex procedures.
The polyurethane material provides enhanced flexibility compared with some traditional PVC tubes while maintaining structural reliability during airway management. Clinicians often choose this model for procedures that require nasal intubation combined with maximum surgical access.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This tracheal tube is commonly used by anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, respiratory therapists, and surgical teams. It is frequently selected for operating rooms, dental surgical suites, trauma centers, and critical care units where dependable nasal airway management is required.
Typical clinical scenarios include oral surgery, maxillofacial procedures, ENT operations, trauma airway stabilization, and other procedures where maintaining a clear surgical field is essential.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
The device should remain in its sterile packaging until immediately before use. Clinicians should select the appropriate tube size based on patient anatomy and clinical guidelines. Proper lubrication and gentle insertion techniques help reduce trauma to nasal passages during placement.
Continuous patient monitoring throughout the procedure is essential to ensure effective ventilation and airway stability. After use, the tracheal tube should be disposed of according to established medical waste protocols and infection control procedures.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This medical device is intended for professional clinical use in controlled healthcare environments. Healthcare providers should follow institutional airway management protocols and manufacturer instructions when using the device.
All airway devices should be handled with appropriate clinical judgment and in accordance with patient safety guidelines to ensure effective respiratory support and minimize complications.
How to Order
The Smiths Medical 100/130/065 Polar North Nasal Uncuffed Tracheal Tube Polyurethane 6.5mm is available in cases of ten units. Healthcare providers, hospitals, and medical facilities can order directly through CIA Medical by calling (312) 275-5850 for product availability, pricing, and assistance with bulk purchasing.
