A suction tube with Yankauer is a medical suction device used to safely remove fluids such as saliva, mucus, blood, or other secretions from a patient’s mouth, throat, or surgical site.
Key features:
Yankauer tip: A firm, slightly curved plastic tip with a rounded, bulbous end and side holes to prevent tissue damage while suctioning.
Suction tubing: Flexible tubing that connects the Yankauer tip to a suction machine or wall-mounted vacuum source.