Cardinal Health Shiley™ XLT Extended-Length Proximal Tracheostomy Tube, Size 8 Cuffed

Shiley™ XLT Extended-Length Proximal Tracheostomy Tube, Size 8 Cuffed

The Shiley XLT extended-length proximal tracheostomy tube is a cuffed size 8 tracheostomy tube for patients with challenging anatomy. It may be a practical choice when extra proximal length is needed to accommodate increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance, including patients with a full or thick neck. This version has an 8.0 mm inside diameter, 13.3 mm outside diameter, and 105 mm length.

Good Fit For

• Patients with challenging anatomy
• Cases involving increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance
• Patients with a full or thick neck
• Facilities seeking an off-the-shelf alternative to custom tracheostomy tubes

Key Features

• Extended-length proximal design helps address increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance
• Cuffed tracheostomy tube for workflows that call for a cuffed configuration
• Size 8 tube with 8.0 mm inside diameter for clear size identification
• 105 mm length and 13.3 mm outside diameter support product selection for this specific variant
• Flexible, free-swiveling neck flange is intended to support comfort and stoma site inspection
• Disposable inner cannula uses a twist-lock mechanism for easier handling

Applications and Usage

• Selecting a proximal extended-length tracheostomy tube for patients who need extra length near the neck
• Stocking an off-the-shelf option for tracheostomy care when custom tubes are not preferred
• Supporting routine tracheostomy tube management with a disposable inner cannula and twist-lock mechanism

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 8.0 mm.
• This SKU is the proximal extension version, so it is best aligned with needs for extra proximal length rather than distal extension.
• Buyers should confirm the required cuffed configuration and size 8 selection before ordering.
• Tube dimensions, including 8.0 mm inside diameter, 13.3 mm outside diameter, and 105 mm length, should match the intended clinical requirement.

FAQ

• When is a proximal extended-length tracheostomy tube typically chosen? A proximal extended-length tracheostomy tube is used when extra length is needed in the proximal portion to accommodate increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance, including patients with a full or thick neck.
• Is this tracheostomy tube cuffed? Yes. This is a cuffed tracheostomy tube.
• What size is this tube? This tube is size 8 with an 8.0 mm inside diameter.
• What are the key dimensions for this SKU? The tube has an 8.0 mm inside diameter, 13.3 mm outside diameter, and 105 mm length.
• Does this tube include an inner cannula? Yes. The Shiley XLT tracheostomy tube uses a disposable inner cannula secured with a twist-lock mechanism.

From Shiley XLT by Cardinal Health.