Covidien 5.0PEF Shiley Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube Cuffless

Covidien 5.0PEF Shiley Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube Cuffless

• Model: 5.0PEF Covidien
• 5.0mm I.D.
• 7.3mm O.D.
• Length: 44mm

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1. Product Overview

The Covidien Shiley™ Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube, Cuffless, 5.0PEF, manufactured by Medtronic, is designed to meet the unique anatomical and physiological needs of pediatric patients requiring airway support. This cuffless tube features an inner diameter of 5.0 mm, an outer diameter of 7.3 mm, and a length of 44 mm, making it suitable for children with a tracheostomy stoma diameter of 5.0 mm. The absence of a cuff allows for easier speaking and swallowing, as it permits airflow through the upper airway. The tube is constructed from non-DEHP material, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

2. Design Features

The Shiley™ 5.0PEF tube incorporates several design elements aimed at enhancing patient comfort and facilitating clinical use. It features a soft, clear neck flange that allows for enhanced visualization of the underlying skin and stoma site, aiding in monitoring for signs of irritation or infection. The flange also includes a comfort recess to help reduce pressure on the patient's skin and a tape tie recess to simplify the insertion of a tape tie or tracheostomy tube holder, minimizing contact with the patient's skin. Additionally, the tube is equipped with a child-safe pilot balloon, which includes plastic housing around the tip of the inflation lumen to prevent the inflation lumen from being placed into the 15 mm connector of the tracheostomy tube, thereby avoiding potential airflow obstruction.

3. Clinical Applications and Benefits

The Covidien Shiley™ 5.0PEF Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube is particularly beneficial for pediatric patients who do not require cuffed tubes, such as those with stable airways or those transitioning from cuffed tubes. Its cuffless design facilitates easier speaking and swallowing, as it allows air to flow through the upper airway. The tube's features contribute to reduced risk of irritation, improved comfort, and enhanced patient mobility, making it a suitable choice for long-term airway management in pediatric patients. The tube is sterile and packaged individually, ensuring hygiene and convenience in clinical settings.