Product Specifications
Below are the key product attributes and specifications that provide detailed information about this item:
Product Overview
The Avanos Medical Mic-Key Transgastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube (Model 8270-18-3.5-45) is a sterile, silicone-based enteral feeding tube designed for patients requiring post-pyloric feeding. The 18 Fr. tube with a 45 cm length provides secure and comfortable delivery of nutrition directly into the jejunum, reducing the risk of reflux and aspiration.
Features:
- Made of soft, biocompatible silicone for patient comfort and durability.
- Low-profile Mic-Key button design minimizes interference with daily activities.
- Sterile, single-use tube for infection control and safety.
- 18 Fr. diameter and 45 cm length for optimal jejunal placement.
- Includes a transgastric-jejunal configuration for dual-access feeding.
- Radiopaque markers for accurate placement verification under imaging.
Specifications:
- Size: 18 Fr.
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Medical-grade silicone
- Configuration: Transgastric-jejunal
- Sterility: Pre-sterilized, single-use
- Compatibility: Standard enteral feeding connectors
Use Suggestion:
This feeding tube is ideal for patients requiring long-term jejunal feeding due to gastric dysfunction, severe reflux, or intolerance to gastric feeds. Proper placement should be confirmed via imaging before use, and routine flushing is recommended to maintain tube patency. Consult a healthcare professional for individualized patient care.
