Revolutionary Cuff Technology: Proven to reduce leakage and the risk of tracheal trauma
MICROCUFF* Endotracheal Tubes from AVANOS
Polyurethane cuff and subglottic secretion drainage help prevent early and late onset VAP1.
MICROCUFF* Adult Endotracheal Tubes feature an advanced micro-thin polyurethane cuff, virtually eliminating the formation of channels typically found in PVC cuffs. This provides a superior tracheal seal proven to reduce leakage of potentially infectious secretions16.
MICROCUFF* Paediatric Endotracheal Tubes, designed specifically for the paediatric anatomy, offer the advantages of a cuffed tube, while reducing re-intubation rates and tracheal trauma.
MICROCUFF* Subglottic Suctioning Endotracheal Tubes are proven to be more effective at preventing and clearing clogs18. Now you no longer have to struggle to make subglottic suctioning actually work.
The AVANOS* MICROCUFF* Tube features an advanced microthin polyurethane cuff material:
Provides an effective seal at low cuff pressure.
- May reduce micro-aspiration of potentially infectious pharyngeal secretions14— Potentially lowers risk of VAP in prolonged ventilation1.
- Designed for better contact with tracheal contour14.
Thinner material allows for greater visualisation of vocal cords when cuff is deflated.
REFS: For references please refer to attached brochure – View MICROCUFF* Endotracheal Tubes Brochure here
| AVANOS* MICROCUFF* ENDOTRACHEAL TUBES | COMPETITOR ENDOTRACHEAL TUBES | |
|---|---|---|
| Tube material | PVC firm, does not kink when at body temperature | Soft |
| DEHP free | Yes | No or not mentioned |
| Murphy eye | Yes | Yes |
| Shape of cuff | Cylindrical with maximum tracheal contact | Taper or pear shape |
| Cuff material | PU (ultra thin <13 microns) | PVC or PU (>15 microns) |
| Position of the cuff on the tube | Distal (to fit any trachea) | Higher/proximal |
| Cuff volume / cuff pressure | Larger volume to adapt to any size shape of trachea (typically need 12 cc syringe) | Lower |
| Suction valve + flush port | Yes | No |
| Saline rinsing FDA approved | Yes | No |
| Closed system when instilling air or saline | Yes | No |
| Sizes | 7 to 9 mm MICROCUFF* Subglottic ET / 5 to 10 mm MICROCUFF* ET | 6 to 10 mm |
