Description

The 8FR ENFit Feeding Tube is a specialized medical device designed to provide reliable enteral support for both adults and children. Crafted from durable polyurethane, this nasogastric tube is intended for the safe administration of nutrition, fluids, and medications, as well as for effective gastric decompression or aspiration.

Key Features

• Versatile Lengths: Available in various lengths ranging from 40 cm to 120 cm, accommodating different patient needs and clinical settings.
• ENFit Connector: Equipped with an ENFit connector compliant with ISO 80369-3 standards, enhancing patient safety by minimizing the risk of misconnections.
• Radiopaque Design: Features a radio-opaque stripe and, in some versions, a barium sulphate tip for clear visibility under X-ray, ensuring accurate placement.
• Atraumatic Tip: The rounded, atraumatic tip and non-opposing side eye holes facilitate comfortable insertion and effective delivery.

Practical Design

• Centimetre Markings: Includes centimetre markings along the tube for precise placement.
• Guidewire: Some versions come with an included guidewire to assist with insertion.
• Colour Coding: Colour-coded for easy French size identification, enhancing usability in clinical environments.
• Secure Closure: A tethered cap provides secure closure when not in use.

Safety and Compliance

• Sterile and Latex-Free: Sterilized with ethylene oxide and free from latex and DEHP, reducing allergenicity and ready for immediate use.
• Documentation: Some versions include a documentation label or insertion record sticker for thorough clinical documentation.
• Packaging Options: Available in various packaging quantities, depending on supplier, to meet different institutional needs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Fully compliant with NPSA guidelines and TGA approved in certain regions, ensuring adherence to high safety standards.

Intended Use

The 8FR ENFit Feeding Tube is suitable for nasogastric or orogastric placement in both adult and pediatric patients, with the 8 Fr size particularly appropriate for children aged 2 to 8 years, depending on clinical indications. Designed for long-term use of up to 90 days, it aligns with hospital protocols to provide consistent and dependable performance.

Placement and Maintenance

Proper placement involves insertion through the nose, past the nasopharynx and oesophagus, into the stomach, with confirmation via gastric content aspiration and pH testing. Securement and documentation of the tube’s size, length, and pH are essential post-insertion steps, following hospital guidelines to mitigate risks such as nasal erosion, particularly in ventilated patients.

Compatibility

The ENFit connector system may require transition connectors during system changeovers and is compatible with enteral-specific syringes for medication administration, flushing, and bolus feeding, ensuring seamless integration into existing healthcare systems.