Baby Yankauer Suction Tube

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled evacuation of oral and pharyngeal secretions in infants and small children, this pediatric suction tip facilitates rapid clearance of blood, saliva, mucus and irrigation fluid during induction and emergence from anesthesia, airway management, adenotonsillectomy, ENT and oral procedures. Its reduced diameter and atraumatic tip profile make it appropriate for use in neonatal and pediatric clinical settings including the operating room, PACU, and NICU/PICU.

Design & Configuration

The rigid handheld design provides tactile feedback and direct control for the operator. A reduced overall profile and a bulbous, atraumatic tip minimize contact trauma to delicate mucosal surfaces while maintaining an effective suction lumen. The geometry supports efficient fluid evacuation without excessive insertion depth, and the handle area allows reliable manual orientation of the tip during oropharyngeal suctioning. The device is intended to interface with facility suction systems via standard tubing connectors.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Pediatric rigid suction tip
• Model: Baby Yankauer pattern
• Tip design: Bulbous, atraumatic opening for oropharyngeal use
• Intended use: Oropharyngeal and airway suctioning in neonates and children; operative field clearance in ENT and dental procedures
• Construction: Single-piece stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from medical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles. The smooth surface finish facilitates decontamination and reduces sites for bioburden accumulation. Designed for reusable clinical workflows; follow your facility's validated cleaning, disinfection and sterilization protocols before each use.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy