Description

The ENFit Corflo Ultra Pill is a specialized nasogastric/nasointestinal feeding tube designed by CORFLO to enhance the delivery of enteral nutrition and medication. This advanced medical device is equipped with a range of features tailored to improve patient care and healthcare provider convenience.

Key Features

• ENFit Connector: The tube includes an ENFit connector, reducing the risk of misconnections and ensuring compatibility with various enteral feeding systems. This feature aligns with ISO 80369-3 standards, promoting safer medical practices.

• Anti-Clog Design: Its unique pill-shaped bolus is engineered to prevent clogging, ensuring a reliable and efficient feeding process.

• Placement Accuracy: Centimeter markings along the tube provide clear guidance for accurate placement verification.

Insertion and Comfort

For tubes equipped with a stylet, the water-activated lubricated tip and internal lumen facilitate smooth insertion, minimizing tissue damage. The device offers both weighted and non-weighted options, allowing for flexible and comfortable insertion tailored to individual patient needs.

Visibility and Safety

Constructed with radiopaque materials, the tube is easily visible under X-ray, aiding in accurate placement. It is also MRI conditional, safe for scanning under specific conditions once the stylet is removed.

Design and Configuration

The primary color of the tube is yellow, with blue potentially indicating specific lengths. Various proximal connector options are available, including ENFit, Universal, and Anti-IV connectors, to suit different clinical requirements.

Material and Sterility

Made from medical-grade polyurethane, the tube offers strength, kink resistance, and minimal tissue irritation. It is available in both sterile and non-sterile versions and is not made with natural rubber latex, reducing allergy risks.

Size and Packaging

The ENFit Corflo Ultra Pill comes in multiple French sizes ranging from 5 Fr to 12 Fr, with tube lengths from 15 inches to 55 inches. It is packaged in single units or cases of 10, providing flexibility for healthcare providers.

Intended Use

This single-use device is intended for patients requiring intermittent or continuous tube feedings or medication administration via the nasogastric or nasointestinal route. Its design includes an anti-clog exit port with a large opening, free from slots, holes, or ridges, to prevent solid entrapment.

Compliance and Testing

The tube has undergone biocompatibility testing for long-term use in accordance with ISO 10993-1, ensuring it meets high safety and performance standards. With its comprehensive range of features and configurations, the ENFit Corflo Ultra Pill is a versatile and reliable solution for enteral feeding needs.