yankauer suctiontube USEDThe Yankauer suction tube, also known simply as a Yankauer or tonsil tip, is a medical device used in suctioning or aspirating fluids and debris from a patient's airway during surgery or medical procedures. It consists of a rigid, curved tube typically made of plastic, with multiple side ports and a large opening at the distal end. The proximal end of the tube often connects to a suction source via flexible tubing.