A Leek-based medical supplier has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor for a device designed to improve care for critically ill patients.
Central Medical Supplies (CMS) will supply TrachFlush™, a system used in intensive care units to remove tracheal secretions from mechanically ventilated patients at the push of a button.
The device, manufactured by Danish company AW Technologies, is designed to help prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) and reduce the need for manual tracheal suctioning.
By automating secretion removal both above and below the cuff, TrachFlush can ease the workload for ICU staff while also lowering costs and reducing the risk of infection.
The system also maintains user-set cuff pressure continuously, helping to protect patients from tracheal injuries and improve overall comfort by avoiding the need for traditional suction methods.
Tracey Pavier-Grant, managing director at Central Medical Supplies, said: “TrachFlush offers tracheal secretion removal, both above and below the cuff, which is proven to help prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia. It also protects patients from tracheal injuries by continually maintaining set cuff pressure.
“The product provides invaluable benefits, both to staff workflow and patient outcomes. This partnership will further enhance our product offering to the NHS and private sector acute hospitals.”
