Description

The MIC-KEY Continuous Feed Extension Set by Avanos Medical is an essential accessory designed for seamless integration with MIC-KEY low-profile gastrostomy, jejunal, and transgastric-jejunal feeding tubes. This specialized device is crafted to facilitate continuous enteral feeding, medication administration, and effective venting, making it suitable for both home care and clinical environments. As a prescription-only product, it ensures professional-grade performance and reliability.

Key Features

• SECUR-LOK Right Angle Connector: Equipped with a Safety Ring, this connector locks securely into place, providing peace of mind during use. The design includes a swiveling feature that accommodates movement and position changes, enhancing comfort.

• 2 Port "Y" Connector: Includes a medication port and tubing clamp, offering versatile functionality.

• ENFit® Connector Compatibility: Ensures safe and secure connections, requiring an ENFit syringe for administration.

• Comfortable Design: Lies flat against the stomach, compatible with feeding pumps or gravity drip methods.

Material and Safety

Constructed from durable, medical-grade materials, the extension set is free from natural rubber latex and DEHP, aligning with safety and health standards. It is designed for single-patient reuse, with a recommended replacement interval of 1–2 weeks. Available in lengths of 30 cm (12 in) and 60 cm (24 in), it comes individually packaged or in cases of five.

Care and Maintenance

Proper care involves flushing the tubing with warm water after each use, cleaning with soapy water, and ensuring thorough rinsing and air drying. The feeding port should be cleaned with a cotton-tip applicator and alcohol to prevent formula build-up. Regular replacement and careful handling are advised to maintain functionality and hygiene.

Instructions for Use

Attaching the extension set involves aligning black lines on the connector, inserting it into the feeding port, and rotating clockwise to lock. Disconnection is achieved by rotating counter-clockwise. The tubing clamp helps control flow and prevent air entry, supporting both continuous and bolus feeding methods. For bolus feeding, the set can be primed with water and used with a syringe or gravity bag.

Patient Suitability

The MIC-KEY Continuous Feed Extension Set is designed for both adult and pediatric patients, with considerations for smaller flush volumes and feeding rates in children. Its thoughtful design includes features like an anti-reflux valve to prevent leakage and a Safety Ring to avoid inadvertent connections to intravenous lines, ensuring safe and effective use across diverse patient needs.