Description
For adult patients who need extra length
People come in all shapes and sizes. Tracheostomy tubes should too. Selecting the appropriate tracheostomy tube is based on an understanding of the patient’s tracheal depth and neck anatomy.1–3
Our Shiley™ flexible tracheostomy portfolio is inclusive of most patient types, including adult patients who need extra length. The Shiley™ adult flexible tracheostomy tube XLT is available in two length configurations, extended proximal and extended distal, to support patient care across anatomical variations and clinical need.
- Umstot R, Samanta D, Umstot E, et al. Ten-year review of tracheostomy techniques and related complications. Am Surg. 2024;90(2):225–230.
- Mallick A, Bodenham A, Elliot S, Oram J. An investigation into the length of standard tracheostomy tubes in critical care patients. Anaesthesia. 2008;63(3):302–306.
- Hess DR, Altobelli NP. Tracheostomy tubes. Respir Care. 2014;59(6):956–971; discussion 971–973.
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