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Product Overview
Avanos Medical Sales - Mic-Key - 8140-12-4.0 - Low Profile Gastrostomy Tube Kit
The Mic-Key Low Profile Gastrostomy Tube Kit is designed for secure and comfortable enteral feeding. This sterile, silicone-based tube is ideal for patients requiring long-term nutritional support. Its low-profile design minimizes discomfort and allows for discreet use under clothing.
Features:
- Low-profile, balloon-retained gastrostomy tube for easy handling and patient comfort.
- Made from soft, medical-grade silicone for reduced irritation and improved flexibility.
- 12 Fr. tube size with a 4.0 cm stem length, suitable for stable stoma tracts.
- Sterile, single-use kit for infection prevention.
- Balloon retention system with a water-filled valve for secure placement.
- Anti-reflux valve to minimize leakage and backflow.
- Radiopaque strip for visibility under imaging.
Specifications:
- Tube Size: 12 French (Fr.)
- Stem Length: 4.0 cm
- Material: Medical-grade silicone
- Balloon Capacity: 5 mL (filled with sterile water)
- Sterility: Individually packaged and sterile
- Included Components: Tube, inflation syringe, extension set, and stabilizer
Use Suggestion:
The Mic-Key Gastrostomy Tube is suitable for adults and pediatric patients with established stoma tracts. Ensure proper placement by verifying balloon inflation and securing the stabilizer. Use with compatible enteral feeding systems for safe and efficient nutrition delivery. Regularly inspect the tube and stoma site for signs of irritation or leakage.
This product is intended for professional use under medical supervision. Always follow healthcare provider instructions for insertion, maintenance, and replacement.
