Medical Surgery Suction Connecting Tube Yankauer Handle Tube Suction Yankauer Handle

Suction Connecting Tube: This is a flexible tube that connects the suction source, such as a vacuum pump or wall suction, to the suctioning instrument, in this case, the Yankauer handle. It allows for the effective transfer of suction force to remove fluids and debris from the surgical site.

Yankauer Handle: The Yankauer handle is a rigid, hollow instrument that is attached to the suction connecting tube. It usually has a wider, open tip with multiple side holes or perforations. The handle is designed to be held by the healthcare provider during suctioning procedures.

Suctioning with Yankauer Handle: The Yankauer handle is commonly used in surgical and medical procedures to remove fluids and secretions from the patient's body. The handle is inserted into the surgical site or body cavity, and the suction is applied through the handle to remove unwanted materials effectively. The wide tip and side holes allow for efficient suction without damaging delicate tissues.

It's important to note that the Yankauer handle and suction connecting tube should be sterilized or used as single-use disposable items to prevent the risk of infection or cross-contamination between patients.

Yankauer Suction Handle
Made of transparent material for good visualization during suction The forming angle of handle is designed to make it more convenient and humanized in clinic useThe cross section is reinforced rib which is designed to make it lightweight and more convenient.

Suction Connecting Tubing
Made of transparent material for better visualizationStriated walls of tube provide superior strength and anti-kinking
Supplied with universal female connector
Multiple choices of length
Available with various of connectors

What is a Yankauer suction handle?
Information. Yankauer Suction handle is a suction tool for removing particulates and viscous material. It is used together with the Suction Connection Tube, and it is intended for suctioning the body fluid in combination with aspirator during operation on thoracic cavity or abdominal cavity.

How do you use a Yankauer suction tube?
Insert yankauer catheter and apply suction by covering the thumb hole. Run catheter along gum line to the pharynx in a circular motion, keeping yankauer moving. Encourage patient to cough. Movement prevents the catheter from suctioning to the oral mucosa and causing trauma to the tissues.

Why is it called Yankauer suction?
In 1907, otolaryngologist Sidney Yankauer revolutionized the world of medical suction with his eponymous Yankauer suction catheter. Dr. Yankauer worked at the outpatient surgery department in Mount Sinai hospital and while there, this unassuming ENT specialist invented numerous pieces of medical equipment.