Smiths Medical 100/134/065 - TRACHEAL TUBE POLAR CLEAR SOUTH ORAL UNCUFFED 6.5MM 10/BX

Smiths Medical 100/134/065 - TRACHEAL TUBE POLAR CLEAR SOUTH ORAL UNCUFFED 6.5MM 10/BX

The Smiths Medical 100/134/065 Polar Clear South Oral Tracheal Tube is a preformed uncuffed airway management device designed for secure oral intubation during surgical and clinical procedures. With a 6.5 mm internal diameter, this tracheal tube offers reliable airway access while minimizing pressure on surrounding tissues.

The tube features a preformed south-facing configuration that directs the breathing circuit away from the surgical field, making it particularly suitable for procedures involving the head, neck, and facial areas. Manufactured from clear medical-grade PVC, the tube provides excellent visibility for clinicians to monitor condensation and airway status during ventilation.

Designed for consistent performance in operating rooms and critical care environments, the Polar Clear tracheal tube combines flexibility, anatomical compatibility, and reliable airway control. Each box contains ten sterile, single-use tubes to support efficient inventory management in hospitals and surgical centers.

Key Benefits

The preformed south oral design keeps the breathing circuit positioned downward toward the patients chest, helping maintain an unobstructed surgical field during procedures involving the upper airway or facial region.

The uncuffed design reduces pressure on the tracheal walls, making the tube suitable for situations where minimal airway pressure is required while maintaining adequate ventilation.

The clear PVC construction allows clinicians to visually confirm condensation and airway patency throughout the procedure.

The tube provides a smooth internal lumen that supports efficient airflow and ventilation performance during anesthesia or respiratory support.

The preformed curvature enhances tube stability, reducing the likelihood of displacement during patient positioning or surgical manipulation.

Compatibility and Applications

This tracheal tube is compatible with standard anesthesia circuits, ventilators, and airway management systems commonly used in operating rooms, emergency departments, and intensive care units.

Typical applications include oral intubation during surgical procedures, airway management during anesthesia administration, respiratory support in controlled clinical environments, and airway stabilization in emergency or trauma situations.

The south-facing design makes it particularly suitable for procedures involving dental, oral, maxillofacial, or ENT surgical fields where tubing must remain out of the working area.

Usage Guidelines

Prior to use, clinicians should inspect the sterile packaging and ensure the device integrity has not been compromised. The tube should be selected based on patient anatomy and airway requirements.

During intubation, the tube is inserted orally following standard airway management protocols and secured appropriately to maintain position. The preformed curve should align naturally with the patients anatomy to maintain comfort and stability.

Continuous monitoring of ventilation parameters, airway pressure, and patient oxygenation is recommended throughout the procedure to ensure safe and effective airway management.

This device is intended for single-patient use and should be discarded according to institutional medical waste protocols after the procedure.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical Polar Clear tracheal tube is manufactured according to recognized international standards for medical airway devices. Production follows strict quality control systems to ensure safety, consistency, and clinical reliability.

The device materials are designed for biocompatibility and safe use in airway management procedures. Each tube is sterilized and packaged to maintain clinical hygiene and reduce the risk of contamination.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard straight tracheal tubes, the Polar preformed south oral design offers improved positioning for surgeries involving the face or oral cavity. This configuration helps reduce interference with the surgical field.

Many alternative airway tubes require manual repositioning or adjustment during surgery, whereas the preformed curvature of the Polar design naturally maintains the correct orientation.

The clear PVC construction also enhances visual monitoring compared with opaque alternatives used in some competing products.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is commonly used by anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, respiratory therapists, and surgical teams responsible for airway management in clinical environments.

Hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, trauma units, and intensive care facilities frequently rely on preformed oral tracheal tubes to ensure safe and efficient airway access during procedures.

The device is particularly beneficial in operating rooms where airway tubing must remain positioned away from surgical instruments and sterile work areas.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Select the appropriate tube size based on patient anatomy and clinical requirements to ensure proper airflow and airway stability.

Verify tube positioning immediately after intubation using clinical confirmation methods such as auscultation and monitoring of ventilation parameters.

Secure the tube properly to prevent accidental displacement during surgery or patient movement.

Maintain continuous monitoring of the patients respiratory status throughout the procedure to ensure safe airway management.

Dispose of the device after single use in accordance with facility infection control guidelines.

Regulatory and Safety Information

This tracheal tube is designed for professional use by trained healthcare providers experienced in airway management and intubation procedures.

Use of the device should follow institutional clinical protocols and accepted standards of anesthesia and respiratory care.

The product is intended for single-use applications only and should not be reprocessed or reused. Reuse may compromise device integrity and patient safety.

How to Order

The Smiths Medical 100/134/065 Polar Clear South Oral Tracheal Tube Uncuffed 6.5 mm is supplied in boxes of ten sterile units. Healthcare facilities, surgical centers, and medical distributors can order directly through CIA Medical.

For product availability, pricing information, and bulk purchasing inquiries, contact CIA Medical at (312) 275-5850 to speak with a medical supply specialist.