Description

The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is a specialized medical device crafted for patients requiring long-term enteral feeding and medication delivery directly into the stomach. Its discreet, low-profile design ensures comfort and minimal visibility, making it an ideal choice for both adult and pediatric patients in various care settings, including hospitals and homes.

Key Features

• Secure Balloon Retention: The internal silicone balloon provides secure anchoring within the stomach, with easy volume adjustment using sterile or distilled water.
• Medical-Grade Silicone: Constructed from clear, latex-free silicone to minimize skin irritation and support prolonged use.
• Advanced Feeding Port: Compatible with MIC-KEY extension sets, featuring ENFit or Secur-Lok connectors and an anti-reflux valve to prevent leakage.
• Radiopaque Stripe: Enhances visibility under imaging for accurate placement confirmation.

Design Specifications

• Tapered Distal Tip: Designed for comfortable insertion and reduced trauma.
• External Base: Should rest slightly above the skin to prevent pressure injury.
• Increment Markings: Marked at 1 cm increments to monitor tube migration.
• Sterile Supply: Provided sterile for single use.

Clinical Applications

This gastrostomy tube is suitable for:

• Long-term enteral nutrition
• Medication administration
• Gastric decompression and venting

It can be placed using various clinical methods and supports multiple feeding techniques, including bolus, intermittent, or continuous feeding.

Maintenance Guidelines

• Daily Cleaning: Clean the tube and stoma site with mild soap and water, and flush the tube with water after each use.
• Balloon Checks: Regularly check and maintain balloon volume.
• Extension Set Replacement: Replace extension sets weekly or as advised.

Safety Features

• Anti-Reflux Valve: Prevents backflow of gastric contents.
• Connector Design: ENFit or Secur-Lok connectors reduce the risk of misconnections.

Compatibility and Cautions

• Use only MIC-KEY extension sets with this tube.
• Do not reuse or resterilize the device.
• Ensure package integrity before use.

Availability

The tube is available in various French sizes and stoma lengths to suit individual patient needs, typically requiring replacement every 3 to 6 months. Common challenges such as leakage or blockage can be managed with proper maintenance and clinical consultation.