Product Description

This instructional model shows a median section through nose, mouth, pharynx, trachea, oesophagus and stomach. Plastic feeding tubes or catheters may be passed through the nose or mouth into the oesophagus and stomach. A tracheostoma has been added to demonstrate endotracheal aspiration.
Passing a feeding tube is a common hospital procedure. This model contains a molded cast of the anatomy of the nose, mouth, pharynx, trachea, esophagus, and stomach. Plastic feeding tubes or catheters may be passed through the nose or mouth into the esophagus and to the stomach within full view of students. Simulated tracheostoma has been added to demonstrate endoctracheal aspiration. Model is 1-1/2 deep and comes with a Plexiglass® cover so the tubes can be seen. 23H x 12W x 9D with stand.