Clinical Application
Designed for placement through a tracheostomy stoma to establish and maintain a protected airway, this Krishaber Luer tube is intended for situations requiring a small-diameter lumen such as pediatric patients or adults with narrow airways. The Luer termination allows direct attachment to standard suction tubing or ventilator circuits, enabling airway clearance and controlled ventilation without frequent tube exchanges. Its compact profile is useful for short-term airway management, bronchial toilet, and perioperative tracheostomy care.
Design & Configuration
The Krishaber configuration uses a low-profile external profile and a Luer-terminated proximal end to streamline connections to suction and ventilation devices. The figure 0 designation reflects the classic Krishaber geometry optimized to sit securely in the tracheal lumen while minimizing external bulk at the stoma. A 4 mm lumen balances the need for a reduced cross-section with sufficient internal diameter for suctioning and airflow in small-airway applications.
Instrument Specifications
- Type: Tracheostomy tube (Krishaber style)
- Model / Pattern: Figure 0
- Connector: Luer termination for standard fittings
- Size: 4 mm
- Intended use: Airway maintenance, suction access, temporary ventilatory connection
- Reusable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from stainless steel consistent with traditional Krishaber tracheostomy instruments, the tube offers durable, autoclavable construction for repeated use. The metal construction provides dimensional stability, resistance to deformation during insertion and cleaning, and compatibility with high-level reprocessing used in surgical and hospital sterile processing departments.
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