GUM ELASTIC BOUGIE INTRODUCER WITH TACTILE DEPTH AND ORIENTATION INDICATOR

摘要

This disclosure describes systems, methods, and apparatus for intubation where indicators of a bougie's axial orientation and insertion depth into the trachea are not visible. In particular, a bougie having one or more tactile indicators of axial orientation and/or depth of insertion are disclosed. The tactile indicators can include finger grooves and/or a ridge to name two examples.

主权项

1. A bougie comprising:
a flexible elongated distal portion; and a flexible elongated main portion coupled to the distal portion at an angle and being longer than the distal portion, the angle oriented toward a superior side of the main portion, the main portion including one or more pairs of finger grooves, each pair including a finger groove on a left side and on a right side of the main portion, the finger grooves providing a tactile indication of an axial orientation of the bougie, providing a tactile indication of a depth of insertion of the bougie into a patient's trachea, and providing improved grip when the bougie becomes slippery due to blood, secretions, or other liquids.