Cardinal Health Shiley™ XLT Proximal Extension Tracheostomy Tube, Size 7, Cuffed

Shiley™ XLT Proximal Extension Tracheostomy Tube, Size 7, Cuffed

The Shiley XLT proximal extension tracheostomy tube is a cuffed size 7 tube for patients who need extended length in the proximal portion. It is intended for patients with challenging anatomy, including increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distances associated with a full or thick neck, and gives clinicians an off-the-shelf alternative to custom tracheostomy tubes. This version has a 7.0 mm inside diameter, 12.3 mm outside diameter, and 100 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

• Proximal extension design helps address increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distances
• Cuffed tube format for buyers seeking a cuffed tracheostomy tube option
• Size 7 tube with 7.0 mm inside diameter for size-specific selection
• 100 mm length supports buyers who need an extended-length tube
• Flexible, free-swiveling neck flange promotes patient comfort and allows stoma site inspection
• Disposable inner cannula uses a twist-lock mechanism for easier handling

Applications and Usage

• Selecting a proximal extension tracheostomy tube for patients who need extra length near the neck
• Equipping respiratory care or airway management settings with extended-length tracheostomy tubes
• Supporting routine inspection of the stoma site during care
• Using a disposable inner cannula system with a twist-lock mechanism for tube management

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 7.0 mm.
• This SKU is the proximal extension version, so it is intended for needs at the proximal portion rather than distal length requirements.
• Buyers should confirm the required size and dimensions before purchase, including 7.0 mm inside diameter, 12.3 mm outside diameter, and 100 mm length.
• This tube is cuffed, so it should match the cuff requirement for the patient's care plan.

FAQ

• When is a proximal extension tracheostomy tube typically chosen? A proximal extension tracheostomy tube is chosen when extra length is needed in the proximal portion, such as for increased skin-to-tracheal-wall distances in patients with a full or thick neck.
• Is this tracheostomy tube cuffed? Yes. This Shiley XLT proximal extension tracheostomy tube is cuffed.
• What size is this tube? This tube is size 7 with a 7.0 mm inside diameter, a 12.3 mm outside diameter, and a 100 mm length.
• Does this tube include an inner cannula design? Yes. The tube uses a disposable inner cannula that is secured with a twist-lock mechanism.
• What comfort or handling details are noted for this tube? The Shiley XLT tube uses a flexible, free-swiveling neck flange to support patient comfort and make stoma site inspection easier.

From Shiley XLT by Cardinal Health.