Product Specifications
Below are the key product attributes and specifications that provide detailed information about this item:
Product Overview
The Avanos Medical Mic-Key Low-Profile Transgastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube (18 Fr, 1.5 cm stoma length, 30 cm jejunal length) is designed for safe and efficient enteral feeding. Its low-profile design ensures patient comfort and ease of use. The silicone internal retention balloon provides secure placement, while the gastric decompression port allows for venting. Multiple gastric and jejunal exit ports facilitate effective feeding and medication delivery. The tungsten-weighted jejunal portion enhances tube positioning, and the Secur-Lok extension set connector ensures a secure connection. The tapered distal tip eases insertion, and the radiopaque stripe aids in placement verification. The recommended fill volume is 7 10 mL.
Specifications:
- Size: 18 Fr
- Stoma Length: 1.5 cm
- Jejunal Length: 30 cm
- Material: Silicone
- Features: Low-profile design, internal retention balloon, gastric decompression port, tungsten-weighted jejunal portion, Secur-Lok connector, tapered tip, radiopaque stripe
Kit Includes:
- Mic-Key Low-Profile Transgastric Feeding Tube
- Introducer Cannula
- Mic-Key Extension Set with Secur-Lok Right Angle Connector and 2-Port "Y" Clamp (12 in. length)
- Mic-Key Bolus Extension Set with Cath Tip, Secur-Lok Straight Connector, and Clamp (12 in. length)
- 6 mL Luer-Slip Syringe
- 35 mL Catheter Tip Syringe
- Gauze Pads
Use Suggestion:
This feeding tube is ideal for patients requiring post-pyloric feeding. Ensure proper placement verification via imaging before use. Follow clinical guidelines for balloon inflation and securement to minimize complications. Regular flushing and maintenance are recommended to prevent clogging.
