As Broncoflex is designed for single-use there is no risk of cross contamination. Central Medical Supplies (CMS) is the sole UK distributor for the single-use endoscope range produced by medical device company Axess Vision Technology.
Broncoflex, one of the products in the range, is now available via the NHS Supply Chain. A single-use bronchoscope, Broncoflex is available in two sizes. Broncoflex S has an insertion tube with an external diameter of 3.7mm and an operator channel of 1.4mm. It has a distal end diameter of 3.9mm. The insertion tube of Broncoflex M has an external diameter of 5.5mm and an operator channel of 2.1mm. It comes with a distal end diameter of 5.5mm.
Broncoflex S is clinically indicated for the positioning of double lumen probes and bronchial blockers, broncho-alveolar lavage and endoscopic assisted tracheotomy. It is also suitable for explorations of the pulmonary passages, difficult intubation and sampling. The clinical indications for Broncoflex M include broncho-alveolar lavage, foreign body removal and the management of excess secretions. It too can be used for endoscopic assisted tracheotomy, explorations of the pulmonary passages, difficult intubation and sampling. As Broncoflex is designed for single-use there is no risk of cross contamination.
