Jul 5, 2024 · Endotracheal tube (ETT) cuff leaks vary from trivial problems to life-threatening emergencies. Detectable air leaks affect up to 11% of ICU patients.

We believe a small alteration in the design of ETTs will reduce the incidence of cuff failure and make the practise of anesthesia safer. The high volume low pressure cuff of endotracheal tube is connected to the pilot balloon and one way valve by means of an inflation line.

The Reinforced Endotracheal Tube with a stainless steel spring can reduce the risk of kinking or occluding. The cuffed ET Tube consists of tube, cuff, inflation line, valve, pilot balloon,

Faulty Inflation Valve. Check whether the cuff repeatedly deflates despite the addition of air. Rationale: A cuff that repeatedly deflates after air is instilled indicates a faulty inflation valve; repair is needed. There are commercial cuff inflation-valve repair kits available.

Rescue ETT have high volume low pressure cuffs suitable for long-term intubation and reducing tracheal barotrauma. Available in both clear PVC and reinforced PVC tubing suitable for ICU or oro-maxillo-facial surgery. Clear PVC ETT is safe for use when a CT or MRI scan is required.

We aimed to compare JS and SG methods of ETT cuff inflation with respect to the volume of air required to inflate the cuff, the manometric cuff pressure achieved by each method and also assess for the occurrence of postoperative sore throat after extubation in both the groups.

The pressure exerted by the cuff on the tracheal mucosa can lead to a reduction in blood flow to the tracheal wall and result in mucosal ischemia. There are many methods for ETT cuff inflation. Aim of the study was to compare the cuff pressures and volumes between the three methods of ETT cuff inflation. Material and Methods:

Feb 10, 2021 · For fixing defects proximal to cuff involving inflation tube, pilot balloon or one-way inflation valve, different techniques using epidural connector, intravenous cannula with stopcock, and hypodermic needle have been described in literature.

Sep 13, 2016 · A standard adult endotracheal tube (ETT) is secured at its distal end in the trachea using an inflatable cuff. This cuff serves to minimize aspiration risk and provides a seal to allow for delivery of a positive pressure gradient.

Jun 21, 2019 · ETT Cuff: If this occurs, the tube must be changed! Situation 1: The one-way valve malfunctions, but the pilot balloon and line are intact. Attach a T-piece connector or a clave to the pilot balloon, and then inflate with a syringe.