Description

The Bivona Mid Range Aire-Cuff Tracheostomy Tube, crafted by Smiths Medical, is a specialized medical device designed for effective airway management in adult patients. Constructed entirely from biocompatible, hydrophobic, and hypoallergenic silicone, this tracheostomy tube offers exceptional patient comfort and flexibility. Its design includes a traditional air-filled (Aire-Cuf™) or Tight-To-Shaft™ (TTS) cuff, providing a reliable seal for ventilation and protection against aspiration.

Key Features

• Material Excellence: The tube's silicone construction is free from DEHP, latex, and plasticizers, ensuring compatibility with sensitive tracheal mucosa.
• Design Variants: Available in standard, adjustable neck flange (Hyperflex), and talk attachment configurations to accommodate various anatomical needs.
• Reinforced Shaft: The wire-reinforced shaft resists kinking and crushing, maintaining airway integrity.
• Adjustable Neck Flange: Offers anatomical customization for patients with unique needs such as tracheomalacia or anatomical variations.

Enhanced Usability

• Pilot Balloon: Comes in blue or clear for easy identification of cuff status.
• Clip-in Obturator: Features a hollow tip for guidewire-assisted tube changes, enhancing procedural efficiency.
• Superslick™ Surface: In the TTS version, minimizes secretion encrustation, promoting hygiene and reducing maintenance.
• Sterile Packaging: Each tube is supplied with an obturator, disconnection wedge, and twill tape, ready for immediate use.

Intended Use

This tracheostomy tube is suitable for both hospital and home care settings, designed for patients requiring secure airway management. It is particularly beneficial for those with sensitive tracheal conditions, anatomical challenges, or those who are ventilator-dependent. The Aire-Cuf version is not recommended for use with speaking valves or capping applications.

Sizing and Specifications

• Standard Tubes: Internal diameters range from 5.0 mm to 9.5 mm with corresponding outer diameters and lengths, tailored to fit diverse patient needs.
• Hyperflex Tubes: Offer adjustable neck flange with internal diameters from 6.0 mm to 9.0 mm, providing flexibility in tube positioning.

Reusability and Maintenance

Designed for single-patient use, the tube can be reprocessed up to 10 times for adults. Cleaning methods include enzymatic cleaning, thermal disinfection, and steam autoclaving. Proper maintenance involves monitoring cuff pressure, regular cleaning of the inner cannula, and routine tube changes to prevent complications.

Additional Considerations

The Bivona Mid Range Aire-Cuff Tracheostomy Tube is MR Conditional, making it safe for use in MRI environments. It is available by prescription only, with comprehensive instructions provided for use, including indications, contraindications, and precautions.