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ET endotracheal tube inner cleaning device name

Here is a summary of the devices used to clean the inside of an ET (endotracheal) tube:

ET Tube Cleaning Devices

1. Suction Catheter (most common, routine use)

The standard clinical tool - inserted through the ET tube to suction out secretions. Types include:
  • Open suction catheter - single-use, requires circuit disconnection
  • Closed suction catheter (in-line suction catheter) - stays connected to the ventilator circuit, also called a Trach Care catheter or closed suction system

2. endOclear

A commercially available, sterile, single-use wiper device specifically designed to clean the inner lumen of the ET tube. It scrapes away secretions and biofilm from the tube wall and also allows visualization inside the tube. It has a flexible wire and an expandable mesh wiper mechanism.

3. ET Tube Cleaning Brush

A malleable stainless steel shaft brush used primarily in veterinary settings and for reusable ET tubes. Used to mechanically scrub the inner lumen.

4. Fogarty Arterial Embolectomy Catheter (historical)

One of the first described methods - a 6-Fr Fogarty catheter was passed down the ETT and inflated to wipe secretions off the inner wall. Now largely replaced by dedicated devices.

Most Likely Answer for Exams/Clinical Context:

  • Routine secretion removal = Suction catheter (closed = Trach Care)
  • Biofilm/crust removal from tube lumen = endOclear
  • Simple brush cleaning = ET tube cleaning brush
If you were thinking of a specific device for a particular context (ICU, exam question, procedure), let me know and I can narrow it down further.
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