Endotracheal tube, 1871. This is a Trendelenburg endotracheal tube, designed by Friedrich Trendelenburg (1844-1924), a German surgeon. An endotracheal


Endotracheal tube, 1871. This is a Trendelenburg endotracheal tube, designed by Friedrich Trendelenburg (1844-1924), a German surgeon. An endotracheal tube is a tube that is inserted (via the mouth or nose) into the trachea (windpipe) in order to maintain an airway. The tube can also be used to deliver oxygen and anaesthetic gases.


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