Description: A tracheostomy cleaning brush is a specialized brush used for cleaning the inner cannula of a tracheostomy tube. It is designed with bristles that are small and flexible, allowing for effective cleaning of the tube without causing any damage.
Features: The brush typically has a long handle to facilitate easy gripping and maneuvering. The bristles are soft and gentle to prevent discomfort or injury during cleaning. The brush may also have a rounded tip to prevent any sharp edges from coming into contact with the tracheostomy tube.
Application: Tracheostomy cleaning brushes are primarily used by healthcare professionals or caregivers to ensure proper hygiene and maintenance of a tracheostomy tube. They are used to remove secretions, mucus, and other debris that can accumulate inside the tube, thus preventing blockage and reducing the risk of infection.
Advantages:
- Effective cleaning: The small and flexible bristles of the brush can reach difficult-to-reach areas inside the tracheostomy tube, ensuring thorough cleaning.
- Prevents blockage: Regular use of a cleaning brush helps prevent the build-up of mucus and secretions, which can lead to blockage and potentially life-threatening complications.
- Maintains hygiene: By removing debris and bacteria, the brush aids in maintaining proper hygiene of the tracheostomy tube, reducing the risk of infections.
- Ease of use: The long handle and gentle bristles make it easy to clean the tube without causing discomfort to the individual with a tracheostomy.
- Durability: Tracheostomy cleaning brushes are typically durable and designed for repeated use, ensuring longevity.
Note: Tracheostomy cleaning brushes should be used according to the instructions provided by healthcare professionals or as directed by the guidelines of tracheostomy care.
D2/D | T | L | D1 | G | Nylon | SIC
grit size |
AIO
grit size |
mm | mm | mm | mm | 0.1mm-0.7mm | #80-#500 | #80-#600 | |
2 | 15-50 | 45-100 | —— | —— | G0101PA | —— | —— |
3 | 15-50 | 45-100 | —— | —— | G0102PA | —— | G0102AIO |
4 | 15-50 | 45-125 | —— | —— | G0103PA | G0103SIC | G0103AIO |
5 | 15-50 | 45-125 | —— | —— | G0104PA | G0104SIC | G0104AIO |
6-10 | 20-50 | 50-150 | —— | —— | G0105PA | G0105SIC | G0105AIO |
10.1-15 | 20-65 | 50-150 | —— | —— | G0106PA | G0106SIC | G0106AIO |
15.1-20 | 20-65 | 50-200 | —— | —— | G0107PA | G0107SIC | G0107AIO |
20.1-25 | 30-150 | 60-200 | —— | —— | G0108PA | G0108SIC | G0108AIO |
25.1-30 | 30-150 | 60-200 | —— | —— | G0109PA | G0109SIC | G0109AIO |
30.1-35 | 30-150 | 60-200 | —— | —— | G0110PA | G0110SIC | G0110AIO |
35.1-40 | 30-150 | 60-200 | —— | —— | G0111PA | G0111SIC | G0111AIO |
40.1-45 | 40-150 | 80-200 | —— | —— | G0112PA | G0112SIC | G0112AIO |
45.1-50 | 40-150 | 80-200 | —— | —— | G0113PA | G0113SIC | G0113AIO |
50.1-55 | 40-150 | 80-200 | —— | —— | G0114PA | G0114SIC | G0114AIO |
55.1-60 | 40-150 | 80-200 | —— | —— | G0115PA | G0115SIC | G0115AIO |