Description
The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is a specialized medical device designed for patients requiring long-term enteral feeding. Its discreet, low-profile design ensures comfort and minimal interference with daily activities, making it suitable for a wide range of patients, including neonates, children, and adults.
Key Features
- Secure Placement: The tube is held in place by an internal silicone balloon, reducing the risk of accidental dislodgement. Regular checks of the balloon's volume are recommended to ensure proper function.
- High-Quality Material: Constructed from medical-grade silicone, the tube is soft, biocompatible, and latex-free, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Anti-Reflux Valve: The feeding port includes an anti-reflux valve to prevent leakage, and it is compatible with MIC-KEY extension sets, featuring ENFit or SECUR-LOK connectors.
- Radiopaque Stripe: For easy visibility under imaging, aiding in accurate placement and monitoring.
Design and Usability
- Tapered Distal Tip: The recessed tip design allows for easier and less traumatic insertion.
- Closed-End Design: Helps maintain cleanliness and reduces the risk of contamination.
- Sterilization: The device is typically sterilized via ethylene oxide, ensuring it meets high hygiene standards.
Indications for Use
This gastrostomy tube is intended for:
- Providing long-term nutritional support
- Direct administration of liquids and medications
- Gastric decompression or venting
Placement and Maintenance
The tube can be placed percutaneously under fluoroscopic, endoscopic, or laparoscopic guidance. Maintenance involves regular cleaning of the tube and stoma site, flushing extension sets before and after use, and monitoring balloon volume. It is recommended to use only sterile or distilled water for balloon inflation and water-soluble lubricants for insertion.
Kit Contents
The kit may include:
- Various sizes of the gastrostomy tube
- Continuous and bolus feed extension sets
- Syringes for balloon maintenance and feeding
- Gauze pad and water-soluble lubricant (availability may vary)
- Patient use and care guide
Safety Considerations
Users should only utilize the provided extension sets and syringes as instructed. The device should not be reused, reprocessed, or resterilized. Contraindications include conditions such as ascites, colonic interposition, and peritonitis.
Common Use Environments
The MIC-KEY Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is ideal for use in hospitals, home care, and community health settings, providing reliable and discreet support for patients' nutritional needs.
