By TibaQuip Africa Ltd

A basic operating theatre (OT) starter pack for a clinic or small hospital in Kenya should include essential surgical equipment, anesthesia equipment, monitoring devices, theatre furniture, and sterile supplies. These are the minimum items needed to safely perform minor to moderate surgical procedures.

1. Core Theatre Equipment

These are the main surgical machines required for safe operations.

  • Hydraulic Operating Table
  • LED Surgical Operating Light (Ceiling or Mobile)
  • Anesthesia Machine with Vaporizer
  • Multiparameter Patient Monitor (ECG, SpO₂, NIBP, Temp)
  • Electric Surgical Suction Machine
  • Electrosurgical Unit (Diathermy)
  • Defibrillator
  • Oxygen Cylinder with Flowmeter & Regulator
  • Infusion Pump / Syringe Pump
  • Laryngoscope Set

2. Theatre Furniture & Stainless Steel Equipment

Essential for instrument handling and theatre workflow.

  • Mayo Instrument Stand
  • Stainless Steel Instrument Trolley
  • Dressing Trolley
  • IV Stand
  • Kick Bucket
  • Linen Trolley
  • Anesthesia Trolley
  • Stainless Steel Instrument Bowls
  • Patient Stretcher / Transfer Trolley
  • Double Scrub Sink with Foot Pedal

3. Surgical Instrument Starter Sets

General Surgery Set

Includes:

  • Scalpel Handles
  • Mayo Scissors
  • Metzenbaum Scissors
  • Needle Holders
  • Artery Forceps
  • Dissecting Forceps
  • Tissue Forceps
  • Sponge Holding Forceps
  • Towel Clips
  • Retractors

Additional Optional Sets

  • Caesarean Section Set
  • Minor Surgery Set
  • Orthopedic Basic Set
  • Gynecology Instrument Set

4. Anesthesia & Airway Kit

  • Endotracheal Tubes (All Sizes)
  • Laryngeal Mask Airways (LMA)
  • Ambu Bag (Adult & Pediatric)
  • Guedel Airways
  • Magill Forceps
  • Oxygen Masks
  • Nasal Cannulas
  • Suction Catheters
  • Intubation Stylets

5. Sterilization & Infection Control

  • Autoclave Sterilizer
  • Dressing Drums
  • Sterilization Trays
  • Surgical Drapes
  • Surgical Gowns
  • Sterile Gloves
  • Face Masks
  • Caps and Shoe Covers
  • Gauze Swabs

6. Monitoring & Emergency Equipment

  • Emergency Crash Cart
  • Emergency Drug Tray
  • Manual Blood Pressure Machine
  • Pulse Oximeter
  • Stethoscope
  • Emergency Resuscitation Kit