Description

An in-line closed suction catheter system for mechanically ventilated adult patients via endotracheal tube, this system enables airway suctioning without disconnecting the ventilator. Maintaining a closed circuit helps preserve oxygenation and PEEP while limiting circuit breaks that can contribute to cross‑contamination. The TURBO Cleaning mechanism retracts the catheter into an isolated, vacuum‑sealed chamber that actively scrubs the tip between passes, supporting consistent performance over the device’s in‑use period. A T‑piece with integrated MDI and lavage functionality allows medication delivery and catheter cleaning without interrupting ventilation.

Key Features

• BALLARD TURBO Cleaning: catheter retracts into a turbulent, vacuum‑sealed chamber designed to scrub the tip.
• PEEP‑seal/valve design isolates the catheter tip during cleaning to help maintain ventilation; hinged valve helps reduce inadvertent lavage.
• One‑way lavage port intended to minimize sprayback.
• Built‑in MDI port enables aerosolized medication delivery without breaking the circuit.
• Protective sleeve with tether to help prevent over‑retraction; numbered depth markings support insertion control and documentation.

Specifications

• Catheter size: 14 Fr (≈4.6 mm outer diameter)
• Catheter length: 54 cm
• Circuit interface: T‑piece with 22 mm connections on both sides
• Configuration: WET PAK with 12 × 15 mL sterile saline vials for catheter cleaning
• Packaging: box of 20 units

Materials and Sterility

• Catheter material: PVC
• Sterile, single‑patient use; gamma sterilized
• Not made with natural rubber latex or DEHP
• Typical maximum in‑use time: up to 72 hours (manufacturer specification)

Use and Performance Notes

• In‑line suctioning allows secretion removal without ventilator disconnection, supporting oxygenation and PEEP maintenance in adult endotracheal applications.
• Manufacturer data indicate TURBO Cleaning achieves approximately an 89% cleaner catheter tip versus standard closed suction systems; reduced tip colonization may help reduce ventilator‑associated events when used as part of comprehensive care protocols.
• One‑way lavage and integrated MDI functionality help streamline care by keeping the circuit closed during saline cleaning and medication administration.
• Numbered markings and a protective sleeve facilitate controlled advancement and retraction while helping protect the sterility of the catheter.

Indications and Compatibility

• For closed suctioning of mechanically ventilated adult patients via endotracheal tube.
• Compatible with standard 22 mm ventilator circuit connections.
• Use only by trained healthcare professionals following institutional protocols and manufacturer instructions.