Clinical Application
This Yankauer suction tube is intended for high-volume suctioning routines during operative and procedural care. The standard Yankauer tip provides atraumatic clearance of secretions, blood, and irrigant from the oral cavity, oropharynx and exposed surgical fields. Typical settings include general surgery, ENT, head & neck procedures, dental and oral surgery, and routine intraoperative airway management where a rigid, high-flow suction instrument is preferred.
Design & Configuration
The bent (angled) nozzle geometry improves access to posterior oral and pharyngeal anatomy and allows the operator to maintain a clear line of sight while suctioning. The 10 mm lumen diameter supports effective high-flow evacuation of viscous secretions and particulate matter, while the 29.5 cm overall length provides extended reach for deeper or less accessible areas without compromising manual control. The classic bulb-shaped Yankauer tip minimizes tissue trauma while preserving lumen patency.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Yankauer suction tube
- Pattern / model: Yankauer
- Configuration: Bent nozzle (angled)
- Diameter: 10 mm lumen
- Length: 29.5 cm
- Tip pattern: Standard Yankauer bulb tip for atraumatic suction
- Typical use: Oral, oropharyngeal and surgical field suctioning
- Material: Stainless steel construction
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The instrument features a smooth internal lumen to reduce clogging and facilitate efficient fluid evacuation. Designed for repeated cleaning and sterilization; compatible with standard decontamination and steam sterilization workflows.
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