Description
The Avanos Medical BALLARD Neo/Pediatric Closed Suction Catheter with “Y” Adapters is an in-line suction system for neonatal and pediatric patients on mechanical ventilation. It enables airway suctioning without disconnecting from the ventilator, helping preserve oxygenation and contain secretions within a closed pathway. Designed for use with endotracheal or tracheostomy tubes in NICU and pediatric care settings, the system supports infection-control practices while facilitating routine airway management.
Key features
- Closed suction pathway helps minimize contamination and exposure to secretions for patients and caregivers.
- Maintains ventilator connection during suctioning to help preserve oxygen levels and circuit stability.
- “Y” adapters support straightforward integration with common ventilator and respiratory circuits.
- Smooth, flexible catheter designed to help reduce tissue trauma during passage.
- Sterile and intended for single-patient use.
Compatibility and adapters
Each system includes “Y” adapters sized to interface with typical neonatal and pediatric endotracheal/tracheostomy tube inner diameters. Selection by French size and adapter set allows alignment with patient size and airway device.
Sizes and specifications
- 5 Fr, 30.5 cm; adapters: 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm
- 6 Fr, 30.5 cm; adapters: 2.5 mm, 3.0 mm, 3.5 mm
- 7 Fr, 30.5 cm; adapters: 3.0 mm, 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm
- 8 Fr, 30.5 cm; adapters: 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm, 4.5 mm
- 10 Fr, 40.5 cm; adapters: 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm, 4.5 mm
- 12 Fr, 40.5 cm; adapters: 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm, 4.5 mm
Packaging and sterility
- Supplied sterile; single-patient use only.
- 20 closed suction catheter systems per box.
Use considerations
Select French size and adapter set based on patient size, airway device, and clinical protocol. Use in accordance with institutional suctioning guidelines and ventilator management practices to maintain a closed circuit.
Scope note
This Neo/Pediatric configuration includes “Y” adapters. Adult-specific connectors and options available elsewhere in the BALLARD range (e.g., Double Swivel Elbow, WET PAK, MDI, Multi-Access Port) are not included in this configuration.
