Description
The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube, crafted by Avanos, is a specialized medical device designed for patients requiring long-term enteral feeding. Its discreet, low-profile design sits comfortably at skin level, enhancing patient mobility and reducing the risk of accidental dislodgement. This makes it suitable for both adults and children in various settings, including hospitals and homes.
Key Features
- Secure Balloon Retention: The tube is anchored securely within the stomach using a soft silicone balloon, providing reliable placement.
- Material Quality: Constructed from medical-grade silicone, it is latex-free and natural rubber-free, minimizing skin irritation and allergic reactions.
- Radiopaque Stripe: A radiopaque stripe allows for easy visualization under imaging, ensuring accurate placement.
Design and Functionality
- Recessed Distal Tip: Designed to reduce tissue trauma, while the external retention disc rests flush with the skin to minimize movement.
- Anti-Reflux Valve: Helps prevent leakage of gastric contents when the extension set is disconnected.
- Universal ENFit Connectors: Ensures safe, standardized connections to enteral feeding systems, preventing misconnections.
Versatility
Available in various sizes, the MIC-KEY tube accommodates different patient anatomies with options in French diameters and stoma lengths. It features separate ports for balloon inflation and nutrition or medication administration, enhancing its versatility.
Maintenance and Care
- Daily Cleaning: Recommended to clean the tube and stoma site with mild soap and water.
- Balloon Maintenance: Regular checks and refills with sterile or distilled water are advised.
- Flushing: The tube should be flushed before and after each use to prevent clogging.
Safety Precautions
- Single-Use Device: Should not be reused or resterilized.
- Package Integrity: Verify before use to avoid complications.
- Monitor for Issues: Such as leakage, blockage, or irritation at the stoma site.
Intended Use
Ideal for patients with swallowing disorders or neurological impairments, the MIC-KEY tube facilitates home enteral nutrition, medication delivery, and gastric decompression. Proper care and regular monitoring are essential to prevent complications, ensuring effective and safe use.
