Gastric Decompression Tubes

Gastric decompression tubes for continuous and intermittent suction, including Cardinal Health Salem Sump dual-lumen tubes and Levin single-lumen drainage tubes. Available across the standard adult French sizes from 12 Fr through 18 Fr in radiopaque PVC, with a vented sump lumen, blue pigtail vent port and printed centimeter depth markings for placement reference. Anti-reflux valves for the vent port are stocked as accessories. Wholesale case pricing for hospitals, surgery centers, emergency departments and critical care procurement.

Cardinal Health # 7771610E Salem Sump Tube with Kangaroo Multi-functional Port with Enfit Connection, 16 FR, 10/cs Ships within 24 Hours $ 114.00	Cardinal Health # 8888264960 Tube Suction Argyle Salem Sump Strl 5.3mm 48'' Ng 16Fr Vent 50/Ca, 50 EA/CA Ships within 24 Hours $ 149.68	Cardinal Health # 8888266213 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, DOUBLE-LUMEN, 10FR, 36'', 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 474.61	Cardinal Health # 8888266247 TUBE, SALEM, SUMP, 14 FR, 48'', ANTI-REFLUX, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 454.90
Applied Medical Technology # 344485 TUBE, DECOMPRESSION , 28FR, 4.3CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 288.91	Applied Medical Technology # 3-1834 TUBE, FEEDING, DECOMPRESSION, 18FR, 3.4CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 274.07	Applied Medical Technology # 3-1824 TUBE, FEEDING, DECOMPRESSION, 18FR, 2.4CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 288.91	Applied Medical Technology # 3-1817 TUBE, FEEDING, DECOMPRESSION, 18FR, 1.7CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 288.91
Applied Medical Technology # 3-1812 TUBE, FEEDING, DECOMPRESSION, 18FR, 1.2CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 288.91	Applied Medical Technology # 198754 TUBE, DECOMPRESSION , 24FR, 4.4CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 288.91	Applied Medical Technology # 191449 TUBE, FEEDING, DECOMPRESSION, 24FR, 2.4CM, 10/BX Ships within 24 Hours $ 288.91	Bard Medical # EN0066000 Suction Connector, 10/cs Ships within 24 Hours $ 25.85
C.R. Bard # 42500 CATHETER, BAKER, PED, 12FR, 72'', STRL, EACH Ships within 24 Hours $ 517.30	Cardinal Health # 8888266221 Salem Sump Tube Gastric 48'' 12Fr 10/Case Ships within 24 Hours $ 462.60	Cardinal Health # 8888266130 48'' Salem Sump Tube with Anti-Reflux Valve, 16 Fr (50/CS) Ships within 24 Hours $ 384.87	Cardinal Health # 8888264986 48'' Argyle Salem Sump Tube, 18 Fr (50/CS) Ships within 24 Hours $ 215.51
Cardinal Health # 7771810E Salem Sump Tube with Kangaroo Multi-functional Port with Enfit Connection, 18 FR, 10/cs Ships within 24 Hours $ 264.12	Cardinal Health # 7771810 TUBE, SALEM, GIENTRI PORT, 18 FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 264.12	Cardinal Health # 7771410E Salem Sump Tube with Kangaroo Multi-functional Port with Enfit Connection, 14 FR, 10/cs Ships within 24 Hours $ 264.12	Covidien # 8888268086 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, 8FR, W/FUNNEL, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 204.59
Covidien # 8888268060 SALEM SUMP TUBES 6FR #268060, 10/CS Ships within 2-4 Days $ 117.16	Covidien # 8888266288 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, DOUBLE-LUMEN, 18FR, 48'', 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 354.90	Covidien # 8888266262 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, DOUBLE-LUMEN, 16FR, 48'', 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 354.90	Covidien # 8888266148 Salem Sump Anti Reflux 18FR 50/CA Ships within 24 Hours $ 522.41
Covidien # 8888266122 TUBE, SALEM SUMP, AR VALVE, STERILE, 14FR, 48, 50/CS Ships within 2-4 Days $ 609.07	Cardinal Health # 8888266114 TUBE, SALEM SUMP, AR VALVE, STERILE, 12FR, 48, 50/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 498.16	Covidien # 8888266106 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, AR VALVE, STRL, 10FR, 36'', 50/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 384.87	Covidien # 8888265330 TUBE, STOMACH, LEVIN, PVC, 18FR, 48'', 50/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 68.45
Covidien # 8888265322 TUBE, STOMACH, LEVIN, PVC, 16FR, 48'', 50/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 137.04	Covidien # 8888265314 TUBE, STOMACH, LEVIN, PVC, 12FR, 48'', 50/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 124.84	Covidien # 8888265140 Tube Argyle Salem Sump Nasogastric 18Fr 48'' 10/Ca Ships within 24 Hours $ 350.89	Covidien # 8888265132 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, DOUBLE-LUMEN, 16FR, 48'', 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 350.89
Covidien # 8888265124 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, DOUBLE-LUMEN, 14FR, 48'', 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 360.72	Covidien # 8888265116 TUBE, SALEM, SUMP, 12 FR, 48'', 5-IN-1 CONNECT, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 269.74	Covidien # 8888265108 TUBE, SUMP, SALEM, DOUBLE-LUMEN, 10FR, 36'', 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 297.61	Covidien # 8888264986E Argyle Salem Sump Tube, Double Lumen, ENFit, 48'' x 18 Fr 50/case Ships within 24 Hours $ 500.02
Covidien # 8888264960E Argyle Salem Sump Tube, Double Lumen, ENFit, 48'' x 16 F 50 Each / Case Ships within 24 Hours $ 500.02	Covidien # 8888264945 Salem Sump Dual Lumen Stomach Tube, 14 Fr/Ch x 48'', 50 Per/Cs Ships within 24 Hours $ 160.16	Covidien # 8888264929 Tube Argyle Salem Sump Nasogastric Dual Lumen 12Fr 48'' 50/Ca Ships within 24 Hours $ 168.92	Covidien # 8888256545 Argyle Replogle Suction Catheter, 6 FR, Length 24 in. (61 cm), 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 249.81
Covidien # 8888256529 Argyle Replogle Suction Catheter, 8 FR, Length 24 in. (61 cm), 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 218.41	Covidien # 8888256503 CATHETER, SUCTION, REPLOGLE, 10 FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 282.68	Covidien # 7771610 TUBE, SALEM, GIENTRI PORT, 16 FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 212.11	Covidien # 7771410 TUBE, SALEM, GIENTRI, PORT, 14FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 335.53
Covidien # 7771211 TUBING, STOCMACH, SALEM SUMP, 12FR, DUAL LUM, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 471.44	Covidien # 7771210 TUBE, SALEM, GIENTRI, PORT, 12FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 142.31	Covidien # 7771010 TUBE, SALEM, GIENTRI, PORT, 10FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 142.31	Covidien # 771111 PORT, TUBE, SALEM SUMP, 16 FR, 10/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 228.94
Covidien # 8888750513 TRAY, GASTRIC LAVAGE, MEDIUM, 24FR, 36'', 20/CS Ships within 24 Hours $ 276.79	Covidien # 8888750018 Tray Argyle Edlich Gastric Lavage 5oz Quik Cnct 34Fr 36'' 20/Ca Ships within 24 Hours $ 383.83

Gastric Decompression Tubes for Suction and Drainage

Gastric decompression tubes are dual-lumen sump tubes used to empty the stomach of air and fluid through continuous or intermittent suction. The Salem Sump design pairs a large suction lumen with a smaller air-vent lumen, usually marked by a blue pigtail port, so suction does not draw gastric mucosa into the tube. This subcategory stocks sump tubes across the standard adult French sizes.

Gastric Decompression Tube Types Stocked

Salem Sump dual-lumen tubes - The standard gastric decompression tube, with a primary suction lumen and a secondary vent lumen. The Cardinal Health Salem Sump line is stocked across the common adult French sizes with radiopaque markings.
Levin single-lumen drainage tubes - Single-lumen tubes used for intermittent gravity drainage and lower-intensity decompression where a sump vent is not required.
Anti-reflux valve accessories - One-way valves that fit the vent port to reduce gastric content leakage, available as an add-on where the sump tube itself does not include a valve.

Gastric Decompression Tube Formats

Tube Type	Lumen Design	Common French Sizes	Suction Mode
Salem Sump dual-lumen	Suction lumen plus vent lumen	12 Fr, 14 Fr, 16 Fr, 18 Fr	Continuous or intermittent
Levin single-lumen	One lumen	14 Fr, 16 Fr, 18 Fr	Intermittent or gravity
Large-bore lavage tube	One lumen, wide bore	18 Fr and larger	Gravity drainage and lavage

Sump Design and Vent Lumen Function

In a dual-lumen sump tube the vent lumen draws atmospheric air into the tube while the main lumen applies suction. This continuous inflow prevents the suction lumen from adhering to and pulling on the gastric wall, which protects the mucosa. The vent port is kept above the level of the stomach to work as intended, and an anti-reflux valve can be added to limit leakage. Tubes are radiopaque with printed depth markings for placement reference.

Gastric decompression tubes are a core operating room, emergency department and critical care stock item, used routinely for postoperative decompression, bowel obstruction management and gastric drainage. Because sump tubes are consumed daily in a narrow band of adult French sizes, case pricing and standing orders help materials management teams hold consistent par levels. Order at the best Wholesale Prices with MAP Medical.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a sump decompression tube work?

A sump decompression tube has two lumens. The large lumen applies suction to remove air and fluid from the stomach, while the smaller vent lumen draws atmospheric air into the tube. That continuous airflow stops the suction lumen from creating a vacuum against the stomach lining, which protects the gastric mucosa. The vent port, often a blue pigtail, is kept above stomach level so it can pull in air.

What is the difference between a Salem Sump and a Levin tube for decompression?

A Salem Sump is a dual-lumen tube with a dedicated air-vent lumen, which lets it run continuous suction safely and makes it the standard choice for sustained gastric decompression. A Levin tube is a single-lumen tube better suited to intermittent or gravity drainage.

What French sizes of gastric decompression tubes are stocked?

Gastric decompression sump tubes are stocked across the standard adult range of 12 Fr, 14 Fr, 16 Fr and 18 Fr, with 16 Fr and 18 Fr the highest-velocity sizes in surgical and critical care. Larger-bore lavage tubes are available for gravity drainage. French size refers to the outer circumference of the tube, so a higher number is a larger diameter.

Can hospitals and surgery centers order gastric decompression tubes in bulk?

Yes. Gastric decompression sump tubes are stocked in case quantities for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, emergency departments and licensed medical distributors. Standing order programs are available for the highest-velocity 16 Fr and 18 Fr sizes. Contact the MAP Medical procurement team for tiered case pricing and standing order setup.

What gastric decompression tubes should be in a hospital formulary?

A hospital decompression formulary typically carries Salem Sump dual-lumen tubes in 14 Fr, 16 Fr and 18 Fr for continuous suction, a Levin single-lumen option for intermittent drainage, and anti-reflux valves for the vent port. MAP Medical builds consolidated enteral and decompression formulary packages matched to facility type and clinical volume, contact the team for an assessment.