Description
The Disposable Yankauer Sucker is an essential tool in medical settings, designed for effective fluid management during surgical procedures and emergency care. This single-use, sterile instrument is crucial for maintaining clear operative fields by efficiently removing blood, mucus, and other bodily fluids, thereby enhancing patient safety.
Key Features
- Material Composition: Constructed from biocompatible, medical-grade materials such as PVC and K-resin, it minimizes the risk of allergic reactions and reduces tissue trauma.
- Design Variants: Available with crown or flat tips, and options for vented or non-vented designs, catering to diverse medical needs.
- Ergonomic Handle: Provides comfort and precision, ensuring effective use.
- Large Lumen: Designed to resist clogging, offering reliable suction performance.
- Transparency: The transparent design allows for clear visualization of fluids.
Sterility and Compatibility
Each Yankauer Sucker is individually wrapped and pre-sterilized, significantly reducing the risk of cross-contamination. It is compatible with suction connecting tubes from all major manufacturers, enhancing its versatility in various medical environments.
Common Specifications
- Length: 27cm (Adult size)
- Outer Diameter: 8mm
Compliance and Standards
This device complies with ISO standards for medical devices and meets the MDD 93/42/EEC Class IIa standards, ensuring high quality and reliability as a medical suction tool.
Ideal Use Environments
The Yankauer Sucker is commonly used in:
- Operating rooms
- Emergency care settings
- Intensive care units (ICU)
- Anesthesia and ward settings
- First-aid and minor surgical environments
Maintenance and Storage
Being a disposable instrument, it effectively prevents infection transmission. Proper storage in dark, dry, and clean conditions is recommended, with a three-year expiry date to ensure optimal performance when needed.
