Calibration Tubes™ the next generation of calibration tubes
Introducing the Calibration Tubes™ by Medtimo™, three new Calibration Tube sizes to provide you wth more choices. Designed for use in gastric and bariatric surgical procedures. The complete Calibration Tubes family includes a balloon guide.
How the Calibration Tubes works
Balloon Inflates
When pulling the inflated balloon it identifies location of the GE junction and can indicate anatomical defects.
Decompresses stomach
By removing gastric fluids.
Establishes visible boundaries
For gastric dissection, band placement or staple resection.
Calibration Tube Options
B-2017 29 French Dual Lumen
B-2023 32 French Dual Lumen
B-2036 36 French Dual Lumen
B-2040 40 French Dual Lumen
Our current Calibration Tube sizes give you options and a “one stop shop” for trusted Medtimo™ products.
Balloon
Helps identify anatomical structures and defects.
Calibrated Depth Markings
Allow the user to gauge depth in the GI tract.
Atraumatic Distal Tip
Helps reduce risk of tissue trauma during insertion.
Suction Eyelets
Allows for decompression and irrigation of the stomach while minimizing tissue damage.
The Medtimo Gastric Balloon Suction Catheter
We also offer the dual lumen Gastric Balloon Suction Catheter which utilizes one lumen for drainage, suction, and irrigation and the second lumen to inflate or deflate the calibration balloon.
The Medtimo™ Calibration Tubes offer a 7.7 inch (20cm) longer length compared to the trusted B-2027 Calibration Tube.
Balloon
Helps identify anatomical structures and defects.
Length Markers
Markers are provided at 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 and 60cm*
*B-2017 markers are provided at 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50cm.
Three-Way Stop Cock
Keeps connectivity to suction and irrigation at all times, with no downtime with switching lines.
Three-way stop cock not a feature on B-2017
Atraumatic Distal Tip
Helps reduce risk of tissue trauma during insertion.
Suction Eyelets
Allows for decompression and irrigation of the stomach while minimizing tissue damage.