Most common is the Robertshaw tube, available as both a L and R-sided tube. Sizes include a 28F (pediatric) as well as 35F, 37F, 39F, and 41F. All are PVC with D-shaped lumens, disposable. Blue represents the endobronchial lumen/cuff. Note that R-sided tubes have a donut-shaped endobronchial cuff, which allows separate access to the RUL. [More…]
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