Nasogastric Catheter/ Ryle's Tube
Product Overview
Nasogastric Catheter (Ryle's Tube) is designed for the introduction of enteral nutrition and the aspiration of gastric contents through the nasal route. Manufactured from soft, kink-resistant medical-grade PVC, it features a smooth, coned distal tip with lateral eyes to facilitate fluid flow and aspiration. A radiopaque line throughout the tube supports visualization under X-ray, while graduated depth markings assist healthcare professionals in assessing insertion depth. Its colour-coded proximal connector enables easy size identification.
Technical Specifications
Detailed product specifications and available configurations.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | PVC* |
| Intended Use | Enteral Feeding and Aspiration of Gastric Contents |
| Available Sizes | 5 FG, 6 FG, 8 FG, 10 FG, 12 FG, 14 FG, 16 FG, 18 FG, 20 FG, 22 FG, 24 FG |
| Tube Length | Approximately 105 cm |
| Distal Tip | Smooth, Coned Tip |
| Lateral Eyes | 4 |
| Radiopacity | Radiopaque Line Throughout the Tube |
| Placement Markings | 50 cm, 60 cm and 70 cm from the Tip* |
| Connector | Colour-Coded Funnel Connector |
| Connector Option | Luer Lock, if available |
| Sterilization | Ethylene Oxide (EO) Sterilized |
| Usage | Single Use |
Available Sizes & Colour Codes
Explore the available Ryle's tube sizes and their corresponding colour-coded caps.
| Size in FG | Colour | Cap |
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| 5 | Grey |
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| 6 | Light Green |
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| 8 | Blue |
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| 10 | Black |
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| 12 | White |
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| 14 | Green |
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| 16 | Orange |
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| 18 | Red |
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| 20 | Yellow |
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| 22 | Violet |
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| 24 | Light Blue |
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The General Features of our Nasogastric Catheter/ Ryle's Tube are:
- Soft, Kink-Resistant Tubing — Designed for flexibility and convenient handling during tube placement.
- Smooth, Coned Distal Tip — Designed to facilitate tube insertion.
- Multiple Lateral Eyes — Support aspiration and the passage of fluids.
- Radiopaque Line — Enables visualisation of the tube under X-ray imaging.
- Graduated Depth Markings — Markings at specified intervals assist with placement assessment.
- Colour-Coded Connector — Allows quick identification of the tube size.
- Versatile Clinical Use — Designed for enteral feeding and gastric aspiration as clinically indicated.
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