Transportle
Transportle™ & Two Sizes of Neonatal Kits
Infants requiring transports can be subjected to experiences that can seriously impact their physiology in negative ways. It is important to look at these factors and, using current research, try to offer them an experience where their safety and outcomes are protected.
Very immature and very sick-term/post-term infants are particularly likely to be affected negatively by a transport, whether by ambulance, helicopter, or fixed wing.
Designed & Manufactured by TortIe Products, LLC, Exclusively for International Biomedical, Inc.
Solutions for Medical Staff
Below is a table highlighting some of the more common transport concerns for medical staff.
| Age | Medical Problems | Solution Required | Current Solutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| <32 Weeks |
IVH | Neutral position Prevent changes in blood pressure and blood flow to brain Reduce toxic environmental stimulation Decreased handling |
Head set rolls align and stabilize head position in neutral 15 degree wedge helps prevent head from being placed in Trendelenburg position Earmuffs reduce sound by 25db — Mattress design reduces vibration Womba Pod design allows transfers to be made without physically lifting infant |
| <32 Weeks | Respiratory Distress Syndrome | Helped by stable respiratory attachments — nasal CPAP, all nasal cannulas, as necessary Reduced accidental extubation |
Secure respiratory attachment to Midliner Less ability to move head and dislodge ETT |
| <32 Weeks | Cold Stress | Heat source directed under and over patient | Conduits through Womba Pod mattress help avoid this problem |
| 37-42 Weeks | PPHN with Respiratory Distress | Minimal environmental stimulation and very stable respiratory device support | Decreased chance of accidental extubation with large head set rolls Decreased toxic stimulation provided by earmuffs, eyeshades, mattress, and pod design |
| 37-42 Weeks | Midline Defects | Often need to travel in side-lying position | Patients can be secured in side-lying, prone, or supine midline position, as needed |
Transportle™ — Docking Station
SKU: 731-0402
Is a spacer which fits into IBI transport incubator tray.
Has a central opening that fits a Womba Pod. (Pictured below Docking Station to the right.)
Blue, health-grade fabric covers PU foam interior material.
Anchor strap secures Womba Pod to Docking Station.
Coroplast plastic base gives stabilization to the Docking Station.
Transportle™ — Womba Pod
SKU: 731-0403
Is a removable "patient pod" with securement straps.
Has bilateral anchor straps which secure and stabilize patient head within head set.
Pod cover material — made with health-grade materials combined with cotton.
Lateral Webbing Strips are provided for patient securement to Pod.
Mattress foam has multiple conduits for dampening vibration and allowing heat transfer from under tray heater. Warm the back of patients as needed.
Coroplast plastic provides support inside mattress and is removable and reusable under Pod once in the NICU.
Pod allows for lower resolution X-rays in the field. Higher resolution X-rays can be performed in NICU, if Coroplast is removed.
Multiple Velcro respiratory attachment pieces are located on the side of Pod (head end).
Pod fits on or into a warmer mattress, if insert is removed and stored.
Head area of Pod can be elevated by the use of 15 degree foam wedge provided.
Transportle™ — Small Baby Accessory Kit
SKU: 731-0404
For babies <1,500g or <32 weeks gestation.
Head Set
Positioner for baby’s head in midline while wearing Earmuffs.
Attaches nCPAP devices — midline or goalpost styles.
Attaches all cannula styles — no tape needed.
Allows lateral and superior securement of patient's head to Womba Pod.
Eyeshades, Toploader (nCPAP attachment piece), and Earmuffs included in Kit.
Body Support Rolls
Two rolls designed to enhance fetal flexion are included.
Materials — cotton and two breathable, specialty fabric covers PU foam rolls.
Use foam-coated material surface towards baby — very soft for micro-preemie skin.
Tested for safety against causing dermal abrasions.
Support rolls can be reused and laundered (hand wash, air dry) after transport in the NICU.
Foot Roll
Material cover is 95% cotton and 5% spandex. Roll is foam. Velcro attachments allow securement to the support rolls bilaterally.
15 Degree Wedge
Memory foam roll.
Provides a desirable 15 degree elevation under Pod. Can be used under Pod whenever needed.
During fixed wing flight takeoffs/landings, patient can be subjected to as much as a 10 degree head-down position. This could result in sudden blood flow changes within the brain. Use of 15 degree wedge will protect from this.
Transportle™ — Big Baby Accessory Kit
SKU: 731-0405
For babies <1,500g or <32 weeks gestation.
Head Set
Positioner for baby’s head in midline while wearing Earmuffs.
Attaches nCPAP devices — midline or goalpost styles.
Attaches all cannula styles — no tape needed.
Allows lateral and superior securement of patient's head to Womba Pod.
Eyeshades, Toploader (nCPAP attachment piece), and Earmuffs included in Kit.
Body Support Rolls
Two rolls designed to enhance fetal flexion are included.
Materials — cotton and two breathable, specialty fabric covers PU foam rolls.
Use foam-coated material surface towards baby — very soft for micro-preemie skin.
Tested for safety against causing dermal abrasions.
Support rolls can be reused and laundered (hand wash, air dry) after transport in the NICU.
Additional Transportle™ Information
All infants can remain for a period of time on the pod after arrival at the tertiary care NICU. (Up to 3 days.)
Best practice is to slide linens under patient to keep the pod free of soil.
Radiant warmer mattresses are available with inserts to accommodate Transportle™ pods.
To reduce handling and provide good repositioning, switch Transportle™ headset shortly after arrival to either a Tortle Midliner or Midliner MAX, dependent upon patient size.
Multiple attachments for respiratory device attachment are provided.
Warmer Mattress
Available to fit most NICU Radiant Warmers.
Health-grade material covers over PU foam.
Reusable and can be cleansed between patients following NICU guidelines for other Radiant Warmer mattresses.
Used with insert for any NICU patient admissions. When admitting "pod baby" following transport, remove insert and store. Pod and patient can then be placed into the mattress, reducing handling.
Improves efficiency of transport team sign-out to NICU staff.