Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning Kit

Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning Kit

Kapitex offers a specially formulated cleaning powder which helps to keep tubes clean and fresh. The powder contains phosphate and detergent which lifts off and breaks down mucus. A solution is made up by putting the powder in the spare container and adding water. The tracheostomy tubes are kept in this solution for 30 minutes, then rinsed thoroughly with clean water.

Management of tracheostomy tubes becomes easier when using the Cleaning Kit and through regular usage ensures that the tubes remain free of particle build up.

TR ACC 0005	Tracheostomy Cleaning Kit Complete
TR ACC 0011	Cleaning Kit Refill Only

Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning Swabs

Available in two sizes. these cleaning swabs are ideal for cleaning all PVC/PUC and silicone Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy tubes. The soft smooth heads of the swabs will not scratch or damage the internal tube surface.

The smaller size swab is better suited for Paediatric tubes. When used with cleaning situations the swabs will help to remove build up of mucus and keep the tube surfaces clean.

TR ACC 0007	Small Head Tracheostomy	Pack of 50	Cleaning Swabs
TR ACC 0008	Large Head Tracheostomy	Pack of 50	Cleaning Swabs

Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning Fluid

This specially formulated fluid is a convenient way to keep tubes and inner cannulas clean and fresh. One measure of concentrated fluid (5ml) in a ratio of 1:20 will ensure that the tubes will be free of mucus.

It is important to rinse and dry the tubes after soaking in the cleaning fluid. 250ml bottle (complete with measure).

TR ACC 0020	Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning Fluid	250ml bottle

Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning Brushes

Kapitex Cleaning Brushes are used to ensure that the outer and inner tubes are kept free of dry mucus and debris. Available in four sizes, 8, 10, 12, and 14mm diameter, in packs of two. Brush head length – 90mm. The brushes are produced with nylon bristles, spirally bound in stainless steel and moulded into a plastic handle. The brush head is rounded to help reduce the risk of scratching tube surfaces. The brushes are not suitable for Tracoe PVC tubes or silicone tubes.

Available on NHS prescription in four sizes

Code	OD (mm)	Colour Code
TR ACC 0001	8	Orange
TR ACC 0002	10	Blue
TR ACC 0003	12	Purple
TR ACC 0004	14	Green

Voiceline Voice Prosthesis Cleaning Brushes

A simple yet essential tool for the cleaning of any leading brand of voice prosthesis.

• Specially constructed to help remove mucus and secretion build up on the inner surface of the prosthesis.
• Soft nylon bristles to help prevent damaging the inner silicone surface of the prosthesis.
• The silicone safety sleeve can be moved onto the brush head to prevent accidental pushing through the voice prosthesis.
• Tapered to provide close cleaning contact
• Bristles securely held in place
• Flexible plastic handle (can be cut to required length)

LA PCB 0003	Voice Prosthesis	Pack of 10