Yankauer suction tip
The Yankauer suction tip (pronounced yang´kow-er)[1] is an oral suctioning tool used in medical procedures. It is typically a firm plastic suction tip with a large opening surrounded by a bulbous head and is designed to allow effective suction without damaging surrounding tissue. This tool is used to suction oropharyngeal secretions in order to prevent aspiration. A Yankauer can also be used to clear operative sites during surgical procedures and its suctioned volume counted as blood loss during surgery.
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Yankauer suction tip
Developed around 1907 by American otolaryngologist Sidney Yankauer (1872–1932), the Yankauer suction instrument has become the most common medical suction instrument in the world.[2]
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References
- HowToPronounce Pronunciation Dictionary
- Smith, Tim. "Dr" (PDF). History of Anaesthesia Society. History of Anaesthesia Society. Retrieved 30 April 2020.
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