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Multiple Use Suction Catheter

"Ballard Style" Multiple Use Suction Catheter



This device is used for mechanical ventilator dependent patients.  It is utilized to reduce pneumonia's and cross contamination that could occur when opening a ventilator circuit; for the purpose of airway clearance and suctioning.



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