Cardinal Health Shiley™ XLT Proximal Extension Tracheostomy Tube, Size 6, Cuffless

Shiley™ XLT Proximal Extension Tracheostomy Tube, Size 6, Cuffless

The Shiley XLT proximal extension tracheostomy tube is a size 6 cuffless tracheostomy tube made for patients with challenging anatomy. Buyers may choose this option 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 a 6.0 mm inside diameter, 11.0 mm outside diameter, and 95 mm length.

Good Fit For

• Patients with challenging anatomy
• Patients with a full or thick neck
• Selection when extra proximal length is needed
• Facilities seeking an off-the-shelf alternative to custom tracheostomy tubes

Key Features

• Proximal extension design adds extra length where increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance is a concern
• Cuffless configuration for buyers specifying an uncuffed tracheostomy tube
• Size 6 tube with 6.0 mm inside diameter for clear size identification during selection
• 11.0 mm outside diameter and 95 mm length help support size and fit review
• Flexible, free-swiveling neck flange is intended to support comfort and allow easy stoma-site inspection
• Disposable inner cannula uses a twist-lock mechanism for ease of use by patients and healthcare workers

Applications and Usage

• Choosing a tracheostomy tube for increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance
• Stocking extended-length proximal tracheostomy tubes for varied patient anatomy
• Supporting routine care where easy stoma-site inspection is important
• Use settings where a disposable inner cannula with twist-lock handling is preferred

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 6.0 mm.
• This SKU is the proximal extension version, so it is intended for extra length in the proximal portion rather than the distal portion.
• The tube is cuffless, which matters when matching the product to the prescribed tracheostomy setup.
• Review the 6.0 mm inside diameter, 11.0 mm outside diameter, and 95 mm length before purchase to confirm fit requirements.

FAQ

• When is a proximal extension tracheostomy tube typically chosen? A proximal extension tracheostomy tube is used when extra length is needed in the proximal portion, such as increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distance in patients with a full or thick neck.
• Is this tracheostomy tube cuffed or cuffless? This tracheostomy tube is cuffless.
• What size is this tube? This tube is size 6 with a 6.0 mm inside diameter.
• What are the outside diameter and length? The outside diameter is 11.0 mm and the length is 95 mm.
• Does this tube include an inner cannula? Yes. The product details state that it uses a disposable inner cannula secured with a twist-lock mechanism.

From Shiley XLT by Cardinal Health.