Description

The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is a specialized medical device designed for patients requiring long-term enteral feeding. Its low-profile design ensures comfort and discretion, sitting flush against the skin to minimize interference with daily activities.

Key Features

• Secure Retention: The tube is anchored securely within the stomach using a soft silicone balloon, reducing the risk of accidental dislodgement. An external retention disc rests above the skin, allowing for air circulation around the stoma site.

• Material: Constructed from soft, medical-grade silicone to minimize skin irritation, making it suitable for long-term use.

• Extension Set Compatibility: Compatible with dedicated extension sets featuring ENFit or SECUR-LOK connectors, providing a secure, leak-resistant connection for feeding and medication delivery.

• Anti-Reflux Valve: Integrated into the feeding port to prevent leakage when the extension set is disconnected.

• Multiple Ports: Includes separate ports for balloon inflation and nutrition or medication administration.

• Radiopaque Stripe: Allows for visualization during placement and routine checks.

Clinical Use

This device is intended for patients who cannot tolerate oral intake, suitable for both adults and children. It can be placed percutaneously under various guidance methods or as a replacement through an established stoma tract. Available in a range of French sizes and stoma lengths, it is tailored to match patient anatomy.

Maintenance and Care

• Daily Cleaning: The tube and stoma site should be cleaned daily with mild soap and water. Flushing the tube with water after feeds and medications is recommended.

• Balloon Maintenance: Regular checks and changes of the balloon water are advised, using only sterile or distilled water.

• Replacement: Extension sets and syringes should be replaced regularly, with tube replacement managed by a clinician as needed.

Safety and Usage

Users are advised to only use extension sets and accessories from the same manufacturer to prevent valve damage and leakage. Proper training for caregivers and patients is essential to ensure safe use and maintenance, reducing the risk of complications such as site irritation or blockage.

This feeding tube is a vital tool for managing nutritional needs in a variety of care settings, providing reliable support for those with chronic conditions requiring enteral feeding.