The Yankauer suction tip (/ jæŋˈkaʊər /) [1] is a suctioning tool used in medical procedures. It is typically a firm plastic suction tip with a large opening surrounded by a bulbous head and is designed to allow …

Aug 27, 2025 · A Yankauer suction catheter is a rigid, curved suction instrument made of durable plastic, designed to clear secretions such as saliva, mucus, or blood from the mouth and throat.

In 1907, Dr. Yankauer identified clearing the throat during a tonsillectomy as a critical predictor of the procedure’s success and safety. His experiments with different devices ultimately produced the rigid, …

Feb 11, 2025 · The Yankauer suction tube (or Yankauer catheter) is a rigid, curved suction instrument designed for efficient removal of fluids, secretions, or debris from the oral cavity, pharynx, or surgical …

For use in orthopedic total knee and hip arthroplasty, this fully-customizable five-piece kit features a large 6mm bore Yankauer designed to reduce clogging for reliable and efficient particulate removal.

What is a Yankauer Suction Catheter? Yankauer suction catheters are oral suctioning tools used in medical procedures. The devices are used to suction oropharyngeal secretions to help prevent …

Oral suction is the use of a rigid plastic suction catheter, known as a yankauer (see Figure 5.3), to remove pharyngeal secretions through the mouth (Perry et al., 2014).

Sage Yankauer connects to standard suction lines to gently remove excess fluid from the mouth during oral care. Soft tip is gentle on sensitive oral tissues and gums.

Busse Yankauer’s are available with or without a suction control vent, in two tip styles. Yankauer’s are used as a general suction instrument in the OR, ER and patient bedside.

A rigid suction tip (Yankauer) should be used during induction of anesthesia and instrumentation of the airway. If thick secretions are found after endotracheal intubation, a soft endotracheal suction …