Suction machine (aspirator) and Frazier suction tip

In most surgeries, the amount of bleeding and fluids in the surgical site is such that in addition to using tampons, suture and cautery, it is necessary to remove the blood and secretions collected from the tissue and the surgical site by another technique. This causes to improve the vision and performance of the surgeon as well as reduce the complications caused by surgery. In such cases, suction machines and disposable Frazier suction tips (size 12) are used for fluids collection.

What is a suction machine?

Suction machine or vacuum pump is a device that creates a negative pressure by a suction pump, it draws air and liquids inwards. This device is used to remove secretions and blood from wherever the volume of fluids in the surgical site is high (such as inside the abdomen).

In order to use this device, a number of accessories including suction connecting tubing and a tool to connect to the tube and communicate with the surgical position (suction) are required.

Since these equipment are in contact with blood and secretions, the possibility of contamination is very high, and due care must be taken during use to prevent the transmission of infection.

Considering the proximity of the aspirator head and connecting tubing to the surgical site, the difficulty of washing, disinfecting and sterilizing this tool, as well as it delicate and narrow ducts, using a single-use tube and suction tip is one of the best, simplest and safest methods to prevent and control pollution.

Types of suction tip

According to the type of surgery, the location of the surgery and the amount of bleeding, different types of suction tip are used depending on the diagnosis of the surgeon.

The bigger suction tips are used for bigger cavity and more liquid so that they can have the proper suction during surgery and keep the surgical site clean. The power of the suction device is also very important in this case.

Among the most important types of suction tips, we should mention Frazier suction tip, Yankauer suction tip, Pool suction tip, etc.

About the Frazier suction tip

One of the most widely used suction tip is Frazier suction tip, which was invented, produced and used for the first time by a surgeon with the same name.

Frazier suction tip is a thin pipe ,usually made of stainless steel, which is used to clean the surgical site. This suction tip is connected to the tube and the suction device through the connector and carefully drains the blood and secretions left in the surgical site.

Frazier suction tip design

• AJP suction tip, has a bendable body for choose bending space and so bend degree that by providing a better view for surgeon and the surgical team can remove the blood and secretion from the surgical site.
• Since it is important for the surgeon to control the suction power in sensitive surgeries; A small hole on the suction tip handle under the thumb is installed to control the power of the suction system, which allows the surgeon to provide continuous or intermittent suction.
• The Frazier suction tips also have a thin mandrel that can be inserted into the pipe to remove any tissue or debris left during suction.

Frazier suction tip function

• Collection of blood and secretions from the surgical site
• Evacuation of smoke and steam from cauterization
• Draining the washing solution entered into the surgical site
• Keeping the surgical site clean and dry for a better view of the surgeon

Selection from multiple size

Asia Jarah Pishro Company produces Frazier suction tip in four sizes 6, 8, 10 and 12 with different diameters. Selection of suitable size depends on the amount of secretions, the location of surgery and the diagnosis of the surgeon.

Application of Disposable Frazier suction tip

The most important use of this type of suction tip is in neurosurgery, Otolaryngology surgery, eye surgery, hand surgery, microscopic surgery, pediatrics, etc., which suitable size is selected based on the surgical site and the amount of bleeding.

How to use

One end of the suction tube remains inside the surgical site, and the other end is connected to a suction machine or an aspirator.

Why use disposable suction tubes?

In the past, Frazier suction tips were considered permanent surgical tools and were washed, disinfected, and sterilized every time after use.

Since the suction tips have narrow and delicate tubes, and blood and secretions stick inside, it is very difficult and time-consuming to wash them. Also, the secretions usually do not disappear completely, even after washing. Therefore, the risk of infection increases in subsequent patients.

For this reason, nowadays, most of the countries of the world have turned to disposable suction tips in order to prevent the transmission of infection during surgeries.

Asia Jarah Pishro company, by producing this product, once again fulfills its mission in the field of producing bleeding control products.

Features of AJP Frazier suction tip

• Disposable
• Lightweight for effective suction of fluid
• Flexible steel tube for better performance
• A plastic head to prevent tissue damage
• Ergonomic handle (connector)
• The mandrel designed for AJP suction tip is installed to change the shape in different angles and remove the debris inside the tube.
• Sterilized by ethylene oxide gas

Features of AJP Frazier suction tip (size 12)

Frazier suction tip (size 12) is a type of suction tip produced by Asia Jarah Pishro company (AJP brand) which has a 14.5 cm metal tube with the ability to be shaped at different angles.

Frazier suction tip size 12 with code 3340 and external diameter of 4 mm is the largest size of the Frazier suction tip and due to its larger diameter compared to other sizes, it is used for parts that need more suction.

Frazier suction tip size 12 is used in surgeries such as spine surgery, skull and brain surgery, jaw and face surgery and lower limb surgery.

Safety tips in using disposable AJP suction tips

• Keep dry
• Use only once
• Do not use it when the package has been opened or damaged