Smiths Medical 14-507-76 - GUIDE, BOUGIE, INTUBATION, 10CH, 700MM, EACH
The Smiths Medical 14-507-76 Intubation Bougie Guide is a precision-engineered airway management device designed to support successful endotracheal intubation in both routine and difficult airway scenarios. With a 10CH diameter and 700mm length, this bougie provides the ideal balance of flexibility and control, allowing clinicians to navigate challenging anatomical structures with confidence.
Crafted from high-quality materials, the device offers a smooth, atraumatic surface to minimize patient discomfort while maintaining the rigidity required for accurate placement. The bougie features a distal angled tip, enabling better tactile feedback during insertion and facilitating guidance into the trachea when direct visualization is limited.
This single-use device is sterile and ready for immediate use, reducing the risk of cross-contamination and ensuring consistent performance in emergency, surgical, and critical care environments.
Key Benefits
The Smiths Medical intubation bougie enhances first-pass success rates during intubation, especially in difficult airway cases. Its optimal balance of flexibility and stiffness allows for precise control while reducing the risk of trauma to airway tissues.
The angled tip design improves navigation through the vocal cords, offering reliable tactile feedback that helps clinicians confirm tracheal placement. Its extended 700mm length supports use in a wide range of adult patients and clinical scenarios.
As a sterile, single-use product, it supports infection control protocols and eliminates the need for reprocessing, saving time and reducing operational complexity in busy healthcare settings.
Compatibility and Applications
This bougie guide is compatible with a wide range of standard endotracheal tubes and is suitable for use in emergency departments, operating rooms, intensive care units, and pre-hospital settings.
It is particularly effective in cases of difficult airway management, including limited visibility during laryngoscopy, restricted mouth opening, or anatomical variations. The device supports both oral and nasal intubation techniques.
Usage Guidelines
Before use, ensure the packaging is intact and the device remains sterile. Insert the bougie gently under direct or indirect visualization, guiding it into the trachea using the angled tip for improved navigation.
Once proper placement is confirmed through tactile feedback, advance the endotracheal tube over the bougie and into position. Carefully withdraw the bougie while stabilizing the tube.
Dispose of the device after a single use in accordance with clinical waste protocols.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical 14-507-76 bougie is manufactured in compliance with internationally recognized medical device standards. It meets strict quality control requirements to ensure safety, sterility, and performance consistency.
The product adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines for airway management devices and is suitable for use in regulated healthcare environments.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared to other intubation bougies on the market, this model stands out for its consistent balance between flexibility and stiffness, allowing for improved maneuverability without compromising control. The smooth surface reduces friction during insertion, enhancing patient safety.
Its precise 10CH diameter ensures compatibility with a broad range of endotracheal tubes, while the angled tip provides superior tactile feedback compared to straight-tip alternatives. Additionally, the single-use sterile design offers a clear advantage in infection prevention over reusable options.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is designed for use by anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and other trained healthcare professionals involved in airway management.
It is commonly used in emergency intubations, surgical procedures requiring airway control, intensive care settings, and pre-hospital emergency response scenarios. The device is particularly valuable in difficult airway cases where visualization is compromised.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Always inspect the packaging prior to use to ensure sterility is maintained. Use gentle insertion techniques to minimize the risk of airway trauma and rely on tactile feedback to confirm placement.
Store the product in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. As a single-use device, it should not be reused or reprocessed.
Ensure all staff are properly trained in airway management techniques and familiar with bougie-assisted intubation procedures for optimal outcomes.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This device is intended for use by qualified healthcare professionals trained in airway management. It is supplied sterile and is designed for single use only.
Do not use if the packaging is damaged or compromised. Dispose of the product in accordance with local medical waste regulations after use.
Follow all institutional guidelines and clinical protocols when using this device to ensure patient safety and compliance.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 14-507-76 GUIDE, BOUGIE, INTUBATION, 10CH, 700MM, EACH, 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
