ET tube security with minimal risk of facial or mucosal pressure injury.
Ensures consistent access to the oral cavity by creating a 25mm workspace at the incisor plane.
Minimizes crowding at the mouth.
Soft yet strong Versaflex™ material withstands bite forces exceeding the human maximum.
Sized to fit 90% of patients.
Prevents tooth and tongue damage due to bruxism, while protecting ET tube and clinician from biting.
Robust yet flexible, design allows for easy, fast, one-handed placement.
Non-porous, low-contact, low-friction surface.
Prevents the patient from “tonguing out” the ET tube.
Allows use of strap for additional security with patients at high risk of unplanned extubation.
Organizes oro- and nasogastric tubes and pilot balloon lines, keeping them away from the face.
Reduces crowding of devices at the mouth opening.
The “No Contact” design prevents device-related facial pressure injuries.
Allows standardized, easy securement for ALL patients, including those with facial hair, burns, or trauma, as well as emaciated, edematous or diaphoretic patients. Secures 6.5 to 10.0mm ETTs.
“Continuous spectrum” of adjustability—no incremental stops.
Audible, visual and tactile indicators provide confirmation that device is locked.
FAQs
The HORSESHOE™ is a novel patented solution for more reliable ET tube securement, prevention of facial pressure injuries, and more effective oral care. The HORSESHOE™ replaces outdated ET tube securement methods that can cause dislodgement, pressure injuries, and restricted access to oral care which can lead to death, infection, longer hospital stays, and added healthcare costs.
Its unique off-the-face horseshoe-shaped design avoids pressure injuries, and keeps the ET tube stable, no matter the patient’s condition.
Its unique design locks the ET tube securely in place with both a primary and secondary clamping mechanism and can be paired with a strap to prevent accidental removal during patient movement.
The device avoids facial contact entirely, so there’s no pressure on skin, lips, or cheeks.
Yes. Its unique design creates an open workspace that allows safe, easy, and effective toothbrushing and suctioning without compromising airway security.
It fits standard ET tube sizes from 6.5mm to 10mm.
It works for 90% of adults, including those with facial trauma, burns, beards, and emaciation.
It’s easy to apply, supports standardization across patients, and saves time by reducing complications.
Yes. It aligns with 2022 ICHE and international NPIAP best practices for VAP and pressure injury prevention.
Surgicure Technologies, Inc., is a medical device company committed to improving patient care through innovative solutions. We specialize in airway management for both civilian and military applications, enabling healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes by reducing adverse events.
Our solutions are designed to optimize breathing support, accelerate deployment, and elevate the safety and quality of care, ensuring better results in critical situations. At Surgicure, we are dedicated to setting new standards in healthcare through groundbreaking inventions and advanced technology designed to better serve clinicians and their patients.
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