INTUBATION STYLET CATHETER GUIDE WIRE MEDICAL FOR DIFFICULT INTUBATION SIZE S,M,L & XL

DESCRIPTION

• Curved proximal tip that hooks over the end of the universal connector to prevent the distal stylet tip from extending beyond the tip of the ETT
• Polyethylene coated malleable aluminum
• Single use available in different lengths appropriate for different tube sizes

METHOD OF INSERTION/ USE

• Lubricate stylet with water soluble gel
• Insert stylet into ETT
• Bend the stylet into the desired shape
• Optimal shape for intubation direct laryngoscopy is ‘straight-to-the-cuff’ with a a ‘hockey stick’ bend at the cuff of no more than 35 degrees
• ETT is inserted from the right side of the patient’s mouth to maximise your view and provide optimal control of the position of the tip of the endotracheal tube

OTHER INFORMATION

• Different brands and sizes available, including pediatric sizes
• If a stylet is used for video laryngoscopy different conformations may be optimal depending on the type of video laryngoscope/ blade traditional arcuate shaped stylets/ ETTs may obscure the view of the ETT tip on insertion and cause the tip of the ETT to abut against the inner surface of the anterior trachea once the passed through the cords