Endotracheal Tubes, also known as ET tubes, which is made of polyvinylchloride, is the tube that passes through the trachea between the vocal cords. It provides oxygen and inhaled gas to the lungs and protects them from any contamination such as blood or gastric contents. The tube is connected to a ventilator or breathing machine that delivers oxygen to your lungs. Endotracheal Intubation is the process of inserting a tube.
Uses of Endotracheal Tube.
An endotracheal tube is used when
● The patient cannot breathe by themselves
● If someone is seriously ill, it is important to “rest” and sedate them.
● It is used in Protecting someone’s airway which is essential.
This tube is used frequently in emergencies and during surgery. This tube opens the airway so that air can flow into the lungs.
An endotracheal tube is used after the Surgery
An Endotracheal Tube attached to a ventilator can be left in place after chest surgery. This is to aid with breathing. This is where the ventilator can be “weaned” or gradually taken off by the patient during recovery.
Foreign Body Removal
An Endotracheal Tube can be used to remove foreign bodies from the trachea if they aren’t supposed to. This is when something is inhaled or aspirated.
Airway Protection
In cases where stomach contents are concerned, an Endotracheal Tube can be used to prevent them from reaching the airways.
● Massive bleeding in the stomach, esophagus, or upper intestine.
● A stroke occurs when blood is leaking from an artery to the brain.
To Visualize the Airway
It is possible that there may be an abnormality in the trachea, voice box, or larynx. An Endotracheal Tube can be used to view the airways in this case. A birth defect or a later-stage condition can cause abnormalities.
Breathing Support
If someone has difficulty breathing because of pneumonia, collapsed lungs (pneumothorax), or impending or actual respiratory failure, an Endotracheal Tube can be used to assist with breathing.
Oxygen Delivery
The use of mechanical ventilation and Endotracheal Tube placement allows for higher oxygen levels than what is available in the environment.
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