OBTURATING INTRODUCER FOR NASAL ENDOTRACHEAL TUBES

Evidence based studies have shown that the use of an obturating introducer for nasal intubation significantly
reduces the risk of incidence and severity of epistaxis to the same, or less than, the incidence when using a red
rubber catheter. It also reduced incidence of nasopharyngeal soft tissue damage and nasal pain post intubation.

The proximal end of the intubation device is manufactured to connect with anendotracheal tube with a posterior facing
bevel that allows for easier placement of the endotracheal tube in the trachea without the need for rotation.

• This device makes passage through the nasopharynx a simple technique. If the catheter passes from the nasopharynx to
  the oropharynx so will the endotracheal tube.
• Soiling of the lumen of the endotracheal tube in the passage through the nasopharynx is prevented
  as the introducing device obturates the apertures of the endotracheal tube.
• The external diameter of the complex passed through the nose remains the same as the external
  diameter of the endotracheal tube.
• The Genesis Nasal Obturating ETT is made from softer PVC material, making it easier to use with a
  bougie. Softer PVC also negates the requirement for thermo-softening prior to nasal intubation.