MONTVALE, New Jersey—Dynarex Corporation, a medical supply company, announced the launch of the Resp-O₂ Vortex 72 closed suction catheter, a respiratory solution the company said is engineered to support safer, more efficient airway management for ventilated patients. Designed for up to 72 hours of use, the Vortex 72 provides continuous suctioning without ventilator disconnection which can aid clinicians in maintaining lung volume, preserving oxygenation and reducing infection risk during critical care procedures.
"The Vortex 72 is more than a catheter—it's a commitment to safer, smarter respiratory care," said Shauna Winston, category manager at Dynarex. "We built this product to raise the standard in closed suction—protecting lungs, preventing setbacks and giving clinicians one less thing to worry about."
Dynarex said the Vortex 72 has new infection-control features to meet the demands of modern respiratory care environments. Available in both tracheal and endotracheal models, the system supports a range of airway management needs.
Other features include:
- Up to 72-Hour Closed-System Design: Enables extended use without daily circuit disconnection, helping to maintain positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and reducing exposure to pathogens.
- Continuous Airway Management: Allows suctioning without interrupting ventilation, supporting stable oxygen delivery for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and neuromuscular conditions.
- Reduced Clinical Burden: Fewer catheter changes save time and minimize disruptions, allowing clinicians to focus on patient care.
- Enhanced Comfort and Control: Smooth, flexible tubing and clear depth markings promote accuracy, ease-of-use, and patient comfort.
- Comprehensive Configuration: Available with T-piece or double-swivel design and includes key accessories to streamline workflow and reduce SKU complexity.
"The extended-use capability directly benefits both patients and providers," Winston said. "For patients, it means safer, uninterrupted respiratory support. For clinicians, it translates to fewer interventions, reduced workload and a more stable care environment."