Poole Suction Tube

Description

Poole Suction Tube

The Poole suction tube clears large volumes of fluid from the abdomen. A perforated outer sheath spreads the suction over many holes, so bowel and omentum are not pulled into the tip.

The perforated sheath

Dozens of small holes share the suction load. Consequently, the tube keeps working even when some holes rest against tissue.

Length of the Poole suction tube

At 22 cm, it reaches deep into the pelvis and flanks. Meanwhile, the straight shaft gives a direct line.

Typical uses

General and trauma surgeons use it during laparotomy and washout. It also clears ascites and blood quickly.

Technique

Place the tube in the deepest pool and let it work. Then move it to the next pool.

Removing the sheath

The sheath slides off for cleaning or for focused suction. Therefore, one instrument can work two ways.

Pairing

The Baby-Poole suits smaller spaces. Additionally, many trays carry both sizes.

Poole suction tube in trauma

In trauma laparotomy, the abdomen may contain a large volume of blood. Because the sheath keeps working even when partly covered, the team can clear the field fast and find the source of bleeding.

Poole suction tube details

• 22 cm overall, straight
• Perforated outer sheath
• Inner suction tube

Poole care

Remove the sheath and flush both parts. Brush, dry and sterilise.

Getting your tube

The Poole tube carries three years against manufacturing defects. Any tube receives a close check by Atlanta staff ahead of shipping. For details on surgical alloys, consult ASTM F899. A backup tube in the sterile store covers reprocessing gaps. For payment questions, visit our FAQs. It pairs well with the Baby-Poole tube. Need stock for a new tray? Message us. Tour the full general surgery catalog for companion pieces.

Professional use only. Exchanges go by our returns and refunds page. The care guidance sets out differences in pictures plus the alloy’s nickel.