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Description
A balloon-retained, standard-length gastrostomy feeding tube designed for long-term gastric access, this Avanos MIC device provides dependable enteral support for pediatric and adult patients who cannot tolerate oral intake and are at low risk for aspiration. It also supports gastric decompression/venting and direct medication delivery to the stomach. The 16 Fr model features a recessed distal tip and a silicone internal retention balloon, paired with an adjustable SECUR-LOK external retention ring to help maintain position at the stoma.
Intended Use and Patient Population
- Long-term enteral access for feeding, gastric decompression/venting, and medication delivery
- Appropriate for pediatric and adult patients at low risk for aspiration
Key Features
- ENFit Y-connector with separate feeding and medication ports for organized enteral access
- Separate balloon inflation port; balloon inflation volume 7 mL
- Recessed distal tip (16 Fr) designed to reduce mucosal irritation
- Medical-grade silicone tube with radiopaque stripe for visualization
- Adjustable SECUR-LOK external retention ring for stoma-site stabilization and depth adjustment
- Extension tubes not required; no integral clamp included
Specifications
- Size: 16 French outer diameter
- Device type: Balloon-retained gastrostomy tube, standard length
- Materials: Medical-grade silicone; inflatable silicone internal retention balloon; radiopaque stripe
- Connectors/ports: Proximal ENFit Y-connector (separate feeding and medication ports); separate balloon inflation port; no jejunal feeding port
- Balloon inflation volume: 7 mL
- Sterility/regulatory: Gamma sterilized; prescription use (Rx only)
- Packaging: Sterile, single unit per package
Placement and Compatibility
- Placement options: Surgical; percutaneous under fluoroscopic or endoscopic guidance; or as a replacement through an established stoma tract
- Designed for use within ENFit enteral systems
- No integral clamp; flow control can be managed with ancillary enteral accessories when required
