• O'Neill Healthcare
• P. O. Box 7196
• Dublin 13
• Ireland

• Phone: +353 1 8326509
• Fax: +353 1 8326491
• Email: sales@onhealthcare.ie

Tracheostomy Tube Cleaning

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 length – 25cms.

The brushes are designed mainly for use with silver tracheostomy tubes and are not recommended for plastic or silicone tubes.The brushes are produced with nylon bristles, spirally bound into a plastic handle. The brush head is rounded to help reduce the risk of scratching tube surfaces.

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.

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).