CATHETER MOUNT, reusable, SI, with elbow, 150mm
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CATHETER MOUNT
Definition
A device used to connect a respiratory circuit (e.g., an anaesthesia breathing circuit or ventilator breathing circuit) or a resuscitator to an endotracheal (ET) tube, to enable increased mobility at the patient end of the circuit or connections.
Synonym
Extension tubing
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Flexible silicone tube
- Straight (EANECATM1R-) or with elbow (EANECATM2R-)
- No suction port
- Length: 150 mm
- Standard connection: 15/22 mm:
- distal end: female 15 mm internal Ø connection (with the endotracheal tube) / 22 mm outer Ø
- proximal end: male 15 mm external Ø connection (with the valve).
- Autoclavable
- Non sterile, reusable
Instructions for use
Reserved for anaesthetists and intensive care units.
Maintenance
Must be pre-disinfected, cleaned and sterilized by steam autoclave after each use.
(Cf Introduction: Disinfection and sterilization in the field)
MSF requirements
Optional part in a respiratory circuit, which is usually placed between the endotracheal tube and the expiratory valve in order to increase mobility at the patient end of the circuit.
Catheter mount that can be disinfected or sterilized.