CEN - EN ISO 8836
Suction catheters for use in the respiratory tract
| Organization: | CEN |
| Publication Date: | 1 October 2020 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 32 |
| ICS Code (Anaesthetic, respiratory and reanimation equipment): | 11.040.10 |
| ICS Code (Syringes, needles and catheters): | 11.040.25 |
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].
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