Robbie Coull
locum GP service

Equipment Reviews

Hand held suction devices
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V-vac	Res-q-vac	Vitalograph

Cost: about ¬£80	Cost: about ¬£55	Cost: about ¬£135
Pros:¬† cartridges are easy to change side overflow port keeps you clean flat design means it may fit in your kit bag more easily than other models¬†	Pros: cheapest model available simple and easy to use cartridge can be easily removed and replaced	Pros: simple and easy to use robust construction
Cons: needs big hands to operate comfortably needs long arms to operate when yanker suction adapter is attached. flat design means it may not fit in your kit bag as easily as other models	Cons: feels like the cheapest model available cartridge clumsy to dispose of (separate cap likely to get lost) poor overflow control	Cons: expensive rear overflow port means excess vomit ends up in your lap can be difficult to clean
Verdict:¬† good if you have strong hands, don't need to use it too often and have to clean up after yourself.	Verdict: cheap and effective, but not very robust. Suitable for occasional use	Verdict: worth the money if you're going to use it a lot, have someone else to clean it for you afterwards and you don't forget where the overflow is pointing.

to purchase contact Laerdal Medical 01689 876634	purchase on line from SP services	purchase on line from SP services

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DISCLAIMER- reviews are impartial personal opinion and are based on my own experience with the product.¬† There is no conflict of interest.¬† No responsibility can be taken for any actions based on these reviews.
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