The Buchanan Protector ismore than just a neckworncover. It is a serious medicaldevice designed toimprove your breathingand protect the airway.

It delivers unique benefits to neckbreathers through effective productdesign and material composition -the crucial benefits delivered by theexclusive Hydrolox® 1 Foam.

• Pure cotton, sandwichingHydrolox® 1 Foam, allows a softfabric feel against the neck.

• Hydrolox® 1 Foam is effective inremoving dust and dirt particles in theair, as well as providing moisture andwarmth to inhaled air.

• The Buchanan Protectors providemaximum comfort for the airway in cold andwindy conditions.Wearing the protector willhelp to reduce the risk of chest problemscaused by cold, dry, unfiltered air.The BuchananProtectors feature a non adhesive tie strap.

• Available in two sizes, large and small and aresupplied in packs of 10, sufficient for one month’ssupply.The protectors should be changed daily andwashed no more than 3 times to promote goodhealthcare and hygiene practice.

• Designed by a laryngectomee for laryngectomees

LA BUP 0001 Large Buchanan Pack of 10width 21cm x height 19cm

LA BUP 0002 Small Buchanan Pack of 10width 15cm x height 12cm

Available on NHS prescription

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Laryngofoam filters offer the laryngectomeelightweight, comfortable and unobtrusiveprotection.The filters warm, moisten and filter theincoming air and can be applied in seconds.

Laryngofoam filters are held securely in place by ahypoallergenic adhesive strip.

The simplicity and effectiveness of this product ensures itspopularity with laryngectomees throughout the world in allclimates and conditions.

Laryngofoam has excellent moisture transfer properties whichmeans better humidification within the trachea for breathing comfortand confidence

Soft rounded edges are a unique feature of the Laryngofoam range

Available in both white and beige colours, Laryngofoam foam filters aresupplied in packs of 30. Use 1-2 per day as necessary.

LA LFF 0001 White LA LFF 0003 Beige LA LFF 0023 Large Beigewidth 51mm x height 65mm x 4mm thick width 51mm x height 65mm x 4mm thick width 65mm x height 65mm x 4mm thickPack of 30 Pack of 30 Pack of 30

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T H E L A T E S T N E W S F R O M T H E S P E C I A L I S T S , K A P I T E X H E A L T H C A R E

The Trachi-Naze range features two styles of Hands FreeValve - to provide the widest choice to individuals.

The Trachi-Naze Hands Free Valve removes the need to placefinger or thumb over the stoma during speech - the valvediverts air automatically through the voice prosthesis intothe throat.

The Type A and Type B Hands Free Valves have beendesigned to cover a wide variety of breathing patternsand strengths to enable a compatibility for theindividual; use which he or she may not have withother systems.

Easily and fully adjustable - a wide range of sensitivitysettings (diaphragm closure) to give you the best choiceof comfort and convenience at all levels of activity.

Simple and easy to attach, adjustand use!

Can be used with all leading brands ofvoice prosthesis

When combined with the Trachi-Naze and Trachi-Naze Plus multi function filter cassettes - gives you the best in Hands Free speech and breathing!

Trachi-Naze is the ONLY system clinically proven to increaseoxygenation and therefore improve respiration.

Dedicated to the Trachi-Naze and Trachi-Naze Plusrange of baseplates and stoma studs.

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Simple and easy to attach, adjust and use!

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You owe it to yourself to protect your airway - choose Buchanan, your dedicated airway protector

BETTER BREATHING • BETTER STOMA CARE • BETTER BY KAPITEXBe careful of similar shaped covers which don’t offer the same level of protection!

Pure cotton meshsandwiching the exclusiveHydrolox® 1 Foam.

Soft to the skinwith no hard edges

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Due to continuous product improvements it may be necessary to alter without notice productswithin our range. We endeavour to keep all customers informed of product improvements. Trachi-Naze, Buchanan, DeltaNex andLaryngofoam are registered trademarks of Kapitex Healthcare Ltd.Worldwide Patents coverage. © Kapitex Healthcare Ltd 2005

ISO 9001 : 2000ISO 13485Cert. 257

Disposable foam filters for the laryngectomee

with HYDROLOX® 1 FOAMP E R M A N E N T T R AC H E O S TO M Y P ROT E C TO R S

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Head Office:Kapitex Healthcare Ltd, 1 Sandbeck Way, Wetherby,West Yorkshire LS22 7GH England

Tel: 01937 580211 Fax: 01937 580796 Email: info@kapitex.com Website:www.kapitex.com

FREEPOST KAPITEX HEALTHCARE, 1 SANDBECK WAY, WETHERBY, WEST YORKSHIRE LS22 7YY • FAX: 01937 580796

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If you haven’t experienced the benefits offered by Buchananwe would be happy to supply a complimentary protector.Simply complete and return the attached coupon.

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The team at Kapitex have developed a system whichallows neckbreathers to have the combined benefits ofBuchanan protectors and the ease of use for applicationprovided by touch to close fasteners.

The design of the DeltaNex allows the wearer to attachthe protector (which gives the medical benefit) to a rangeof attractive cravats, ideal for any setting.

The DeltaNex system is the modern way for tracheostomaprotection.

• The Buchanan DeltaNex Protector is available in packs of 10 with a pair of neckbands.This pack represents one month’s supply.

• The protectors should be changed daily and washed no more than 3 times to promote good healthcare and hygiene practice.

• The DeltaNex Protector is ideal in cold and windy conditions,providing warmth, comfort and protection of the airway

LA DNX 0001 Buchanan DeltaNex Protector

width 12.5cm x height 12cm Pack of 10Neckbands 44cm Pack of 2

Available on NHS prescription

STUD FITTINGTrachi-Naze +Plus utilises nonadhesive stoma studs to hold thefilter cassette in position. Designedfor use by patients who cannottolerate skin adhesives, or are unableto use the baseplates because ofrecessed or uneven stomas, thestoma studs are available in varioussizes ensuring gentle but effectivestoma security.

BASEPLATE FITTINGTrachi-Naze baseplates are availablein a variety of shapes and sizes and areapplied using a well proven medicaladhesive system.

The filter cassettes are held in placeon the baseplate collar by theocclusion cap which locks the filtercassettes in position with a twist/turnmotion.

Trachi-Naze & Trachi-Naze +Plus Filter Cassettes - the heart of the system

TRACHI-NAZE - adding back the benefits of the nose...to benefit you!

Benefits!TRACHI-NAZE®

✓Restores normal airway resistance

Increases blood oxygenation

Reduces shortness of breath

Reduced mucus production

Reduced crusting around the stoma and trachea

Increased lung protection

Fewer chest infections

Good heat and moisture within the trachea

Excellent filtration

Less coughing

Improved sleep

Greater confidence

Improved well being

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Trachi-Naze is clinically proven to restore your lost breathing resistance

Trachi-Naze restores the lost nasalfunction for neckbreathers. It is the onlyexternally worn system to add back heat,moisture, small particulate filtration andimproves breathing and therefore increasesoxygenation.

Oxygenation is increased because Trachi-Naze provides a functional airway resistancewithin the trachea, which plays an importantrole in the breathing process.

All these benefits have been clinicallyproven.

❤Filter cassette discs are the heartof the Trachi-Naze system.

They contain three filter layers which whensealed onto the skin through the baseplatecreate a ‘closed’ system, ensuring that all air iswarmed, humidified and filtered, and restoring afunctional airway resistance.

The Trachi-Naze family of multi-functionfilter cassettes - all have a place in daily life

•The Blue Filter (night filter)provides the necessary airwayresistance which improvesoxygenation - these filters wouldbe normally worn at night andcan be easily tolerated duringsleep.

•The Green Filter (Day filter)is ideal for use during the day asit provides half the level of airway resistance - but it is theregular use of the Blue andGreen filter which maximizes respiratory performance.

•The Orange Filter (Activefilter) enables wearers to carryout strenuous activity withoutlosing the protection offered bythe filters. It has minimal airwayresistance.

Your speech therapist can introduce you to thebenefits of the Trachi-Naze system and assist youin getting started

LARYNGECTOMY TUBEThe Trachi-Naze +Plus LaryngectomyTube has been designed to holdthe Trachi-Naze +Plus filtercassettes for those who require atube to support the trachea.

Tracheostomy Tube Attachment (TTA)This attachment allows Trachi-Naze +Plus filters to be used in conjunction with atracheostomy tube,

T R A C H I - N A Z E F O R E F F E C T I V E R E S P I R ATO RY R E H A B I L I TAT I O N … N O OT H E R S Y S T E M O F F E R S S O M A N Y B E N E F I T S

When combined with the hands freevalve, Trachi-Naze offers the best inhands free speech and breathing!

Trachi-Naze and Trachi-Naze +Plus filtercassettes along with baseplates and stomastuds are available on NHS prescription.

Starter kits are available for speech therapistsand ENT clinics.

Hydrolox® 1FOAM

The foam that makes the difference!

Exhaled air

Moistureretained

Hydrolox 1 foam

Inhaled air now with added moisture

Filtered air

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Cold,dust andunfiltered air

exclusive to Kapitex!

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T R AC H E O S TO M Y P ROT E C TO R S YS T E M

Hydrolox 1 Foam is a consistent feature in therange of tracheostomy protectors because of its

excellent moisture transferring properties.A unique, specially formulated Hydrophillic foam

with high moisture absorbency capacity - creating a safer tracheal airway.

with touch to close fastenersfor easier application

If you haven’t experienced the benefitsoffered by DeltaNex we would be happy to supply a complimentary protector andneckband. Simply complete and return thecoupon overleaf.

As with Buchanan, DeltaNex featuresthe unique Hydrolox 1 Foam® which isexclusive to Kapitex.

Kapi-Gel Tracheostoma SpacersIdeal for difficult stoma anatomy. Helps to ‘fillin’ the stoma area, allowing the comfortableuse of Laryngectomy tubes, stoma studs, HeatMoisture exchange/filter holders.

For further informationon Kapi-Gel and allaspects of the Trachi-Naze and Trachi-Naze+Plus system pleaserequest a copy of ourcomprehensive specialistbrochure.Alternatively, visitour website at www.kapitex.com

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