The Shiley™ Flexible Evac tracheostomy tube includes an evacuation (subglottic) suction feature—an integrated suction port and lumen designed to help clear secretions that can collect above the cuff.

Design Highlights and Features

Evac suction port placement

The evac suction port and lumen sit close to the cuff, with the goal of helping remove fluid in the subglottic space that may be difficult to clear otherwise.

Thermosensitive transparent outer cannula

Key attributes noted for the outer cannula and tube design include:

• A cuff described as thinner/less bulky (associated with reduced insertion force in simulated models)
• A beveled distal tip across configurations to support percutaneous insertion
• Smooth curvature intended to support positioning
• Dimensions (ID/OD/length/curvature) described as comparable to earlier Shiley™ products
• Non-DEHP material

TaperGuard™ low-pressure, low-volume cuff

TaperGuard™ cuff characteristics described on the page include:

• Reduced fluid leakage versus legacy Shiley™ tracheostomy products
• Low-pressure/low-volume design associated with lower lateral wall pressure in a benchtop study
• Thinner cuff material intended to distribute wall pressure more evenly