Inventors:
Chai Jie Chang - Modesto CA, US
John Duval - Long Beach CA, US
Frank Segarra - Merced CA, US
Tamim Wafa - Modesto CA, US
International Classification:
A61M 16/04
Abstract:
An endotracheal tube system having an improved connector to provide a more secure connection to an endotracheal tube. In specific example embodiments, the connector is tapered, is spiraled, or provides threading to improve connection and prevent inadvertent detachment. In certain embodiments, the connector is colorized to correspond to an endotracheal tube size, and in an embodiment, specific packaging permits color to be visualized to aid in proper tube size selection.