Description

The ENFit Corflo Ultra, developed by Avanos Medical, is a specialized nasogastric/nasointestinal feeding tube designed to meet the needs of patients requiring enteral nutrition. Its primary function is to facilitate the safe delivery of nutrition, hydration, and medication through the nasogastric or nasoenteric route.

Key Features

• ENFit Connector: The innovative ENFit® connector is engineered to prevent misconnections with non-enteral devices, enhancing patient safety.
• Anti-Clog Design: Features an anti-clog bolus/exit port to minimize the risk of blockages, ensuring consistent performance.
• Radiopaque Material: The tube is radiopaque, allowing for easy visualization under X-ray, which aids in accurate placement and monitoring.
• Centimeter Markings: Equipped with centimeter markings to assist healthcare providers in checking placement and migration.

Design and Usability

• Lubricated Tip: The water-activated lubricated tip and internal lumen (for stylet tubes) facilitate smoother insertion.
• Stylet Options: Available with or without a stylet, including a flow-through stylet on applicable models, to support varied clinical needs.
• MRI Conditional: Safe for MRI procedures when the stylet is removed, up to 3 TESLA.
• Tube Ergonomics: The tube is soft, pliable, and available in clear or yellow, with purple caps for easy identification and secure connections.

Compatibility and Configuration

• CORTRAK EAS Compatibility: Some models are compatible with the CORTRAK Enteral Access System (EAS), enhancing placement accuracy.
• Variety of Options: Comes in multiple sizes with outer diameters ranging from 5 to 12 French (Fr) and lengths from 15 to 55 inches, with additional lengths in select models.
• Weighted and Sterility Options: Offers non-weighted and weighted options (0g, 3g, 7g) and is available in both sterile and non-sterile forms.

Material and Safety

• Material: Made from polyurethane, ensuring durability and biocompatibility.
• Safety Testing: Biocompatibility tested in accordance with ISO 10993-1 standards.

Intended Use

The ENFit Corflo Ultra is intended for prescription use only, providing a reliable solution for both intermittent and continuous feeding needs in clinical settings. Regular maintenance, including inspection and cleaning, is recommended to ensure optimal performance and longevity.