Description
The Avanos 12Fr 2-3ml Balloon ENFit MIC Jejunal Feeding Tube is a specialized medical device crafted from high-quality medical-grade silicone. It is designed to meet the nutritional needs of both adult and pediatric patients who require direct feeding into the jejunum due to specific gastrointestinal conditions. This tube is particularly beneficial for those with challenges such as intestinal motility issues, gastric outlet obstruction, or severe gastroesophageal reflux.
Key Features
- Size and Customization: The tube features a 12 French (Fr) outer diameter and a trimmable distal tip, allowing for a customizable length between 45 and 51 cm to suit individual patient needs.
- Retention Balloon: Equipped with a 2–3 mL silicone internal retention balloon, it ensures secure placement within the jejunum.
- ENFit Connector: The ENFit® connector provides a secure and standardized connection for safe enteral feeding.
Design and Safety
- SECUR-LOK® Retention: The external retention ring, SECUR-LOK®, minimizes stoma wall pressure and enhances air circulation, contributing to patient comfort.
- Radiopaque Stripe: A radiopaque stripe along the tube enhances visibility under x-ray, aiding in accurate placement verification.
- Latex/Phthalate Free: The device is free from natural rubber latex and phthalates, reducing the risk of allergic reactions.
Compatibility and Compliance
- MRI Safe: The tube is MRI compatible, ensuring safety during imaging procedures.
- Sterile Packaging: Each tube is gamma sterilized and packaged in a sterile Tyvek pouch, with two units per carton.
- Regulatory Approvals: It is CE marked, FDA approved, and compliant with ISO 13485 standards, classifying it as a Class IIb medical device.
Placement and Maintenance
The feeding tube can be placed endoscopically, radiologically, or surgically, and is suitable for replacement through an established stoma tract. It is intended for single-use only, with standard enteral tube care and flushing protocols recommended for maintenance.
This device offers a reliable solution for patients with complex nutritional needs, providing a discreet and effective means of enteral feeding while ensuring high standards of safety and performance.
