Description

The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube by Avanos Medical is a specialized medical device designed for patients requiring long-term enteral feeding. Its discreet, skin-level design offers comfort and reduces the risk of accidental dislodgement, making it suitable for both adults and children in various care settings, including hospitals and home care.

Key Features

• Secure Retention: The tube is held in place by an internal silicone balloon, which is inflated with sterile or distilled water, ensuring a secure fit within the stomach.
• Versatile Feeding Port: Equipped with an anti-reflux valve, the feeding port facilitates nutrition, hydration, and medication delivery while preventing leakage.
• Detachable Extension Sets: Includes options for continuous and bolus feeding, allowing for flexible use and easy removal when not needed.
• Radiopaque Stripe: Enhances visibility under imaging to confirm proper placement.
• Latex-Free and Sterile: Made from medical-grade silicone, the device is sterile and intended for single-patient use.

Available Sizes

The tube comes in various French sizes and stem lengths to accommodate different patient anatomies. It is a prescription-only device, intended for use under medical supervision.

Kit Contents

The kit typically includes:

• Continuous and bolus feed extension sets
• Luer slip syringe for balloon management
• Enteral feeding syringe
• Additional accessories such as a gauze pad and patient care guide

Placement and Maintenance

Placement can be guided by fluoroscopy, endoscopy, or laparoscopy, with replacement typically every 3–6 months. Proper care involves regular cleaning, flushing, and monitoring of the stoma site, along with weekly checks of the balloon volume.

Care Instructions

• Cleaning: Use mild soap and water for daily cleaning.
• Flushing: Regular flushing to maintain tube patency.
• Balloon Checks: Ensure balloon integrity using sterile or distilled water.

Compatibility and Cautions

• Extension Compatibility: Extensions are not interchangeable with other brands such as MiniOne or Nutriport.
• Balloon Inflation: Only use sterile or distilled water; saline should not be used.
• Medication Administration: Ensure medication is administered through the correct port.

Common Issues

Users should be aware of potential issues such as leakage, blockage, and granulation tissue, and have a plan for accidental dislodgement. Keeping a replacement tube on hand is advisable.

Intended Use

This device is intended for patients with chronic care needs, providing reliable access for feeding and medication delivery while minimizing complications through proper management and care.