Specialty Tubes
Blakemore/Sengstaken Tube
Designed for emergency control of bleeding esophageal varices and as a diagnostic aid in determining the source and/or extent of hemorrhage into the stomach. Introduced orally or through nasal passage. Single-use, non-sterile.
Baker Jejunostomy Catheter
Aids in the prevention and treatment of intestinal obstruction due to adhesions. Double-lumen design allows for balloon inflation through one lumen and reliable decompression through two eyes located distal to the balloon. Translucent plastic tube permits unobstructed view of contents. Single-use, sterile.
Linton Tube
Designed for the control of bleeding esophageal varices. Triple-lumen design permits suctioning of esophageal fluids above balloon and gastric fluids below the balloon to quickly determine origin of bleeding. Large 700-800cc latex balloon provides rapid hemorrhage control. Single-use, non-sterile.
Minnesota Tube
Four-lumen, double-balloon design used in the treatment of bleeding esophageal varices or simple esophageal hemorrhaging. Elongated esophageal balloon helps control bleeding. Third and fourth lumens facilitate suctioning above the esophageal balloon and in the stomach. Single-use, non-sterile.
Features and Specifications
| Category/Description | Item Number | Size | Pkg | Natural Latex? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Jejunostomy Catheter with thumb valve, 72" long, 5cc latex balloon | 0042500 | 12 Fr. Pediatric | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Baker Jejunostomy Catheter with thumb valve, 108" long, 15cc latex balloon | 0042510 | 16 Fr. Adult | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Sengstaken Tube with 8¼" and 1½" balloons | 0092030 | 20 Fr. Adult | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Blakemore Tube with 8" and 1½" balloons | 0092100 | 20 Fr. Adult | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Blakemore Tube with 6" and 1" balloons | 0092110 | 12 Fr. Child | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Blakemore Tube with 6" and 1½ " balloons | 0092300 | 16 Fr. Medium | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Minnesota Tube, four lumen, double balloon | 0092220 | 18 Fr. | 1 ea. | Yes |
| Linton Tube, triple lumen, 700-800cc latex balloon | 0092740 | 20 Fr. Adult | 1 ea. | Yes |
Specifications subject to change without notice.