Description

The MIC-KEY Low Profile Jejunal Tube by Avanos Medical, Inc. is a specialized medical device designed for patients requiring long-term jejunal feeding. Its low-profile, button-style design makes it discreet and easy to conceal under clothing, providing a comfortable and unobtrusive solution for individuals with specific medical needs.

Key Features

• Targeted Nutrition Delivery: Offers direct access to the jejunum, ideal for patients with conditions such as intestinal motility disorders, gastric outlet obstruction, or severe gastroesophageal reflux.
• Secure Placement: Features an inflatable silicone balloon and a fixed external bolster to ensure secure positioning and prevent migration.
• Enhanced Visibility: Includes a radiopaque stripe or weighted portion for improved visibility under imaging, aiding in accurate placement.

Design and Compatibility

• Customizable Insertion: The trimmable and tapered distal tip allows for non-traumatic, tailored insertion.
• Anti-Reflux Valve: Available on select models to reduce the risk of backflow.
• Distinct Ports: Clearly marked separate ports for gastric, jejunal, and balloon access, enhancing functionality.
• Extension Set Connector: Utilizes a lock-and-key or SECUR-LOK system, compatible exclusively with MIC-KEY extension sets to improve safety and reduce clogging.

Material and Sizes

Crafted from medical-grade silicone, the tube is available in a range of sizes suitable for both pediatric and adult patients. Sizes vary from 14Fr to 22Fr with stoma lengths from 1.0cm to 4.0cm and jejunal lengths from 22cm to 45cm.

Placement and Maintenance

Placement is performed percutaneously under clinical guidance and is not intended for home replacement. Regular maintenance includes:

• Daily Cleaning: Clean the tube and stoma site with mild soap and water.
• Flushing: Prevent blockages by flushing the tube and ports with water.
• Extension Set Replacement: Replace extension sets every few weeks, ensuring compatibility with MIC-KEY sets.

Use Guidelines

The tube is intended for the administration of tube feeds, liquids, and medication directly into the jejunum. It should not be used for suction via the jejunal port. Proper use includes:

• Medication Administration: Follow healthcare professional guidance.
• Feeding Port Use: Only use the feeding port for nutrition and medication, avoiding the balloon inflation valve.

Troubleshooting

Common issues such as leakage, blockage, or migration can be managed by:

• Flushing with Warm Water: Use a gentle push-pull motion to clear blockages.
• Medical Assessment: Seek professional help if migration or damage occurs.

Kit Contents

The kit may include:

• MIC-KEY Low Profile Jejunal Tube
• Introducer cannula
• Continuous and bolus feed extension sets
• Syringes for balloon management and flushing
• Gauze pads

This comprehensive design ensures that the MIC-KEY Low Profile Jejunal Tube meets the complex needs of patients requiring specialized enteral feeding, providing a reliable and effective solution for both pediatric and adult users.