09/04/2026
Cuff pressure is a balance.
The goal isn't to simply add air until the cuff feels firm.
An inadequately inflated cuff may contribute to air leakage and inadequate ventilation, while excessive cuff pressure can increase the risk of tracheal mucosal injury.
That's why direct pressure measurement matters.
A cuff manometer provides a way to assess cuff pressure rather than relying on palpation of the pilot balloon.
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