Suction tubes are medical devices connected to a suction machine used to clear liquids and sludge in various medical procedures, including dentistry, surgery, and respiratory care. Tips can be changed for different applications, and some are disposable to limit the spread of disease.
A suction tube is a medical device that provides suction by being connected to a suction machine. Suction can be used to clear liquids and sludge from an area of interest and is used in many different aspects of medical care. Suction devices are commonly found on ambulances, hospital rooms, emergency rooms and clinics, with attachable hoses and tips for various applications. Like other medical devices, the aspirator is designed with replaceable tubes and tips that can be changed between patients to limit the spread of disease.
A classic use of suction is in dentistry. While dental work is being performed, someone’s mouth can fill with blood and saliva. This poses a risk to the patient, as it can block the airways and also make it difficult for the dentist to see and work. The vacuum tube is used to clean the mouth periodically, essentially sucking up excess fluid to clean the area. It can be used by the dentist or an assistant to provide suction on demand or when needed.
In surgery, suction tubes are also used to clear the surgical field. Blood can fill the field, making it difficult for the surgeon to see and complicating the field. Other fluids such as mucus and pus can also prevent a clear view of the surgical site. In liposuction procedures, a specialized suction tube is used to extract fat cells from the body, and the suction tube is also used in neurosurgery, where it removes excess fluid and relieves pressure on the skull.
Suction can also be used in the care of patients who spend time in the hospital for respiratory problems. Many of these patients require airway suctioning to remove mucus. The suction tube will increase patient comfort, reduce the risk of complications such as pneumonia, and keep the lungs clear so the patient can breathe. Suction is also used when a patient is near death to reduce the sound of the characteristic “death rattle,” as this sound can be disconcerting to family members.
The tips on a vacuum hose can be changed for different applications. Bent and straight tips are available, as well as tips in various widths and designs. Some are made of metal, designed for sterilization and reuse, while others are made of plastic, in which case they are disposable and discarded after use so the organisms don’t pass between patients.
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