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11.040.25 Syringes, needles and catheters
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prEN ISO 8836
Anaesthetic and respiratory equipment - Suction catheters for use in the respiratory tract (ISO/DIS 8836:2026)
Scope: This document specifies dimensions and requirements for both open and closed suction catheters made of flexible materials and intended for use in suctioning of the respiratory tract.
Suction catheters intended for use with flammable anaesthetic gases or agents, lasers or electrosurgical equipment are not covered by this document.
NOTE For guidance on airway management during laser surgery of the upper airway, see ISO/TR 11991[4].
Suction catheters intended for use with flammable anaesthetic gases or agents, lasers or electrosurgical equipment are not covered by this document.
NOTE For guidance on airway management during laser surgery of the upper airway, see ISO/TR 11991[4].
Base documents: ISO/DIS 8836; prEN ISO 8836