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Gastrointestinal Create Medic India Pvt. Ltd.

SB-Tube

SB-Tube

The Create Medic India SB-Tube (Sengstaken-Blakemore type tube) is a specialised gastrointestinal device designed for the emergency management of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding, particularly from oesophageal and gastric varices. It provides clinicians with a reliable tamponade solution in critical care settings.

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Product Overview

Variceal bleeding is a life-threatening emergency requiring rapid intervention. The SB-Tube provides mechanical tamponade of bleeding varices through inflation of oesophageal and gastric balloons, buying critical time for definitive treatment. Its design prioritises ease of insertion and reliable balloon performance under emergency conditions.

Key Features

  • Dual-balloon design for oesophageal and gastric tamponade
  • Clearly labelled lumens to prevent inflation errors
  • Soft, flexible construction for patient comfort during insertion
  • Radiopaque line for fluoroscopic position verification
  • Aspiration lumen for gastric decompression
  • High-quality latex-free materials for broad patient compatibility

Clinical Applications

Indicated for the emergency management of acute bleeding from oesophageal varices and gastric varices in patients with portal hypertension. Used as a bridge to definitive endoscopic or surgical treatment in intensive care and emergency medicine settings.