Patent ID: 8225795
Filing Date: 2012-07-24
Classification: A61M

Abstract:
1. A kink resistant endotracheal tube with an inflatable cuff for positioning said endotracheal tube in a patient's bronchia, said endotracheal tube comprising: a flexible elongated tubular member having distal and proximal open ends, a beveled tip at said distal end and a curved portion between said distal and proximal ends, and said tubular member defining a central major passageway for ventilation of a patient; a first minor passageway and an inflatable cuff for centering said tubular member in a patient's trachea and for accumulating secretions above said cuff and wherein said inflatable cuff is of a gas impervious material secured to an exterior surface of said tubular member at the distal end adjacent said beveled tip and at an upper portion a short distance above said distal end; and wherein said inflatable cuff is folded over upon itself at said upper portion to form a concave area for pooling secretions above said cuff; wherein said inflatable cuff is folded over upon itself for a distance of about ¼ inch at said upper portion to form a concave area for pooling secretions above said cuff.