Montgomery Esophageal Tube

Features

  • it tends to eliminate the problem of profuse salivary leakage by way of the pharyngostome.
  • it maintains a widely patent pharyngostome and esophagostoma.
  • it creates a trough between the pharyngostome and esophagostome facilitating the second stage procedure.

Description

Description

The Montgomery Esophageal Tube* is used to bridge the gap between the pharyngostome and esophagostome following laryngoesophagectomy and first stage reconstruction of the cervical esophagus. The tube features a funnel-shaped superior end to conform to the hypopharynx, and two firm oval bands designed to ensure proper positioning and to prevent leakage of saliva after laryngoesophagectomy.

 

Intended Use

For two-stage reconstruction of the cervical esophagus.