METHOD AND DEVICE FOR REMOVING FLUID MATERIAL FROM THE AIRWAY ABOVE AN ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE CUFF

摘要

A minimally invasive tracheal fluid removal device and corresponding method of use for removing accumulated subglottic secretions in an intubated patient s endotracheal tube. The device may be configured as a dual-track or single-tube suction guidance system. This device presents a significant improvement over the art as it eliminates the need to reintubate the patient each time the suction mechanism is removed to be cleaned.