Product Introduction:
Ryle’s Tube is a flexible plastic tube inserted through the nose or mouth into the stomach. It is commonly used in ICUs, emergency rooms, and hospitals for gastric feeding or suctioning gastric contents.
🔹 Uses:
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Enteral feeding in unconscious or critically ill patients
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Decompression of the stomach in cases of obstruction or surgery
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Lavage (stomach wash) in poisoning cases
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Diagnostic aspiration of stomach contents
🔹 Benefit:
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Soft, rounded tip for minimal trauma
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Markings on tube for accurate placement
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X-ray opaque line for position confirmation
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Lateral eyes (openings) for effective aspiration and drainage
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Color-coded funnel end for easy size identification
🔹 Specifications:
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Size: 16 FG (French Gauge)
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Length: Approx. 100 cm
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Material: Medical-grade PVC
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Sterility: EO sterilized
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Usage: Single-use, sterile
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Connector: Funnel-type, color-coded (usually white or green for 16 FG)
🔹 Side Effect:
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Nasal or esophageal irritation if improperly inserted
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Risk of aspiration or infection if mispositioned
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Gagging or discomfort during insertion
🔹 Safety Advice:
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Only to be inserted by trained medical professionals
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Confirm tube placement (aspiration or X-ray) before use
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Use water-soluble lubricant during insertion
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Clamp after feeding to prevent leakage
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Store unused tubes in a clean, dry, sterile environment
