Description

The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is a specialized medical device designed for patients requiring long-term nutritional support. Its low-profile design ensures comfort and discretion, sitting flush against the skin to minimize visibility and reduce the risk of snagging.

Key Features

• Internal Retention Balloon: Secures the tube in place, reducing the risk of dislodgement. The balloon's volume varies by tube size, ensuring a tailored fit.
• Anti-Reflux Valve: Integrated into the feeding port to prevent leakage of stomach contents.
• Extension Set Compatibility: Compatible with MIC-KEY extension sets for feeding, medication delivery, or venting.
• Radiopaque Stripe: Allows for easy visualization under imaging.
• Tapered Distal Tip: Facilitates easier insertion and reduces trauma.

Material and Construction

• Made from latex-free, biocompatible silicone, offering flexibility and suitability for sensitive patients.
• Designed as a sterile, single-use device, not intended for reuse or resterilization.

Indications for Use

• Suitable for patients unable to tolerate oral intake, providing direct medication delivery and gastric decompression.

Contraindications

• Includes conditions such as ascites, colonic interposition, portal hypertension, peritonitis, and morbid obesity.

Placement and Maintenance

• Can be placed under fluoroscopic, endoscopic, or laparoscopic guidance. Available in various French sizes and stoma lengths.
• Requires daily cleaning and rotation to maintain hygiene and functionality. Balloon volume should be regularly checked with sterile or distilled water.

Kit Components

• Includes feeding tube, extension sets, syringes, and other accessories, though components may vary by region or model.

Safety and Troubleshooting

• Only sterile or distilled water should be used for the balloon. Proper securement is essential to prevent accidental pulling.
• Common issues include leakage, blockage, and granulation tissue, which require careful management.

Use Environments

• Ideal for use in hospitals, home care, and community health settings, providing a reliable and discreet solution for enteral feeding needs.