Description

The MIC-KEY Low Profile Gastric-Jejunal Tube (GJ-Tube) by Avanos Medical is a specialized enteral feeding device designed for patients requiring long-term nutritional support. Its low-profile design sits discreetly at skin level, minimizing the risk of accidental dislodgement and enhancing patient comfort.

Key Features

• Dual Access Ports: The device provides separate gastric and jejunal ports, allowing for effective feeding, medication administration, and gastric decompression as needed. Each port is equipped with a one-way valve, activated by a compatible MIC-KEY extension set, ensuring secure and controlled access.

• Retention Mechanism: An internal water-filled balloon and an external bolster secure the tube in place, with the bolster resting slightly above the skin. This design helps maintain proper positioning and reduces irritation at the stoma site.

• Radiopaque Stripe: The tube includes a radiopaque stripe and tungsten weighting for visibility under imaging, facilitating accurate placement and monitoring.

Specifications

Constructed from medical-grade silicone, the GJ-Tube is available in various French sizes (16 Fr to 22 Fr) and stoma lengths (2.0 cm to 7.0 cm). The jejunal length can extend up to 45 cm, depending on the model. The retention balloon is filled with sterile or distilled water, with recommended volumes of 3 mL or 7 mL.

Connector Options

The tube offers catheter tip (non-ENFit) or ENFit-compatible connectors, based on the model, and is gamma sterilized for safety. It is intended for prescription use only, with placement and replacement to be performed by healthcare professionals.

Care and Maintenance

Regular cleaning with mild soap and water, along with routine flushing before and after feeds or medications, is recommended. Balloon volume should be checked weekly and adjusted as necessary. Only MIC-KEY extension sets should be used, and these should be replaced periodically.

Safety Precautions

Patients are advised not to rotate the tube to prevent kinking or migration. Any blockages can typically be cleared by flushing with warm water, and leakage issues may require attention to cap closures or extension plugs.

Packaging

Each package contains one tube and may include additional components such as extension sets, syringes, and a patient care guide. The package dimensions are 32.004 cm x 23.876 cm x 6.096 cm, with a weight of 0.572 kg.

This comprehensive design ensures that the MIC-KEY GJ-Tube meets the complex needs of enteral feeding with reliability and ease, supporting both pediatric and adult patients effectively.