Shiley™ Flexible Evac Tracheostomy Tubes with TaperGuard™ Cuff Technology

Aspiration of oral and/or gastric secretions is directly linked to the development of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs). The use of a tracheostomy tube with subglottic access and intermittent suctioning decreases the incidence of VAP for critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation ^1,2,3.

The Shiley™ Flexible Evac trach tube with TaperGuard™ cuff technology offers clinician-inspired enhancements to the Shiley™ Flexible Adult tracheostomy portfolio, and features:

• The addition of an Evac lumen to enable removal of secretions from the subglottic space
• The patented taper-shaped TaperGuard™ cuff
• A translucent outer cannula with beveled tip

This product can be used for the initial tracheostomy insertion in the ICU to remove potentially bacteria producing fluids⁴, which are recognized as a primary source for ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP).

Shiley™ Flexible Evac tracheostomy tubes were designed with a slightly larger outer diameter, compared to standard Shiley™ Flexible trach tubes, to support the Evac lumen for secretion removal.

Available in single cannula, reusable inner cannula, and disposable inner cannula configurations.