Smiths Medical 100/141/025 - Murphy Trac Tbe M/uncuffe 2.5 10/BX
The Smiths Medical 100/141/025 Murphy Tracheal Tube is an uncuffed endotracheal tube designed for secure airway management during anesthesia, emergency airway access, and respiratory support. Manufactured from clear, medical-grade PVC, this tube features a 2.5 mm internal diameter and incorporates a Murphy eye to ensure consistent airflow even if the primary distal opening becomes partially obstructed.
The transparent tube design allows clinicians to visually monitor condensation, airway secretions, and tube placement during procedures. The uncuffed construction makes it particularly suitable for neonatal and pediatric airway management, where delicate anatomical structures require careful ventilation support. Supplied in a box of 10 sterile units, the device offers dependable performance for hospitals, surgical centers, and emergency medical environments.
Key Benefits
The integrated Murphy eye enhances patient safety by providing an alternative airflow pathway if the main lumen becomes blocked by mucus or tissue. The uncuffed design reduces pressure on sensitive airway tissues, making it appropriate for neonates and small pediatric patients.
Clear PVC construction supports visual inspection and allows clinicians to quickly identify moisture buildup or secretions inside the tube. The smooth surface and flexible material assist in atraumatic insertion and comfortable airway placement.
Each tube is sterile and individually packaged to maintain clinical hygiene and streamline operating room preparation. The standardized connector ensures compatibility with common ventilator and anesthesia circuits used in modern healthcare facilities.
Compatibility and Applications
This tracheal tube is compatible with standard anesthesia systems, ventilators, breathing circuits, and airway management accessories. It is commonly used in neonatal and pediatric care settings where smaller airway devices are required.
Typical applications include general anesthesia procedures, emergency airway management, mechanical ventilation support, neonatal intensive care units, pediatric surgical environments, and respiratory therapy interventions.
Usage Guidelines
The device should be used by trained healthcare professionals experienced in airway management procedures. Proper patient evaluation and tube size selection should be performed before insertion.
During placement, clinicians should verify correct positioning using standard clinical methods such as auscultation, capnography, or imaging when necessary. Continuous monitoring is recommended throughout ventilation to ensure proper airflow and patient safety.
The tube is intended for single patient use and should be disposed of according to healthcare facility infection control protocols after use.
Certifications and Safety Standards
Smiths Medical airway devices are manufactured in accordance with strict medical device quality management systems and regulatory standards. The product is produced in controlled environments to ensure sterility, reliability, and consistent clinical performance.
Each unit undergoes rigorous inspection to verify material integrity, connector compatibility, and dimensional accuracy. These controls help healthcare providers rely on consistent quality during critical airway procedures.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with many standard pediatric endotracheal tubes, the Smiths Medical Murphy tracheal tube provides enhanced airway security through its Murphy eye design. This feature reduces the risk of complete airflow obstruction if the distal opening becomes blocked.
The clear PVC material offers improved visibility compared with opaque alternatives, assisting clinicians in monitoring internal tube conditions. Additionally, the smooth finish and consistent flexibility provide dependable insertion performance across various clinical environments.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This airway device is commonly used by anesthesiologists, respiratory therapists, emergency physicians, and neonatal or pediatric care teams. Healthcare providers working in operating rooms, emergency departments, intensive care units, and neonatal care facilities frequently rely on tracheal tubes of this size for delicate airway management.
It is particularly suited for neonatal procedures, pediatric ventilation support, and emergency airway stabilization where small internal diameter tubes are required.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Clinicians should inspect the packaging and tube integrity before use to confirm sterility and product condition. Careful insertion techniques and appropriate lubrication can help minimize airway trauma during placement.
During ventilation, healthcare providers should monitor airflow, oxygenation levels, and tube positioning regularly. Any signs of obstruction, displacement, or ventilation difficulty should be addressed immediately to maintain patient safety.
After use, the tube should be discarded in accordance with facility infection control and biomedical waste disposal policies.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This medical device is intended for professional healthcare use only and must be utilized by trained personnel familiar with airway management protocols. Proper patient monitoring is required throughout ventilation procedures.
All clinical practices should follow institutional guidelines and applicable medical regulations governing airway devices and respiratory care equipment.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 100/141/025 Murphy Trac Tbe M/uncuffe 2.5 10/BX, and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
