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- Medex SKU:
- AVA-30-6012
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Description
Technical Specifications
Tube Size: 6 Fr (Ultra-small bore for neonates)
Tube Length: 12 in. (30 cm)
Tip Weight: 1.5-Gram Tungsten (Scaled for neonatal anatomy)
Tip Type: Anti-Clog Bowed Bolus
Material: Medical-grade Polyurethane (ULTRA-LITE*)
Stylet: Included (Braided stainless steel)
Connector Type: Universal / ANTI-IV* (Pre-ENFit version)
Visibility: Fully radiopaque with centimeter depth markings
Key Features
Neonatal Weighting: The 1.5-gram tungsten weight is specifically designed for very small patients. It provides enough weight to prevent the tube from "floating" or coiling in the esophagus without being heavy enough to cause pressure or trauma to a neonate's delicate gastric lining.
Anti-Clog Bolus: Despite the tiny 6 Fr diameter, the distal tip is designed with an outlet port larger than the internal lumen. This is critical for preventing the buildup of breast milk or thick specialty formulas that can easily occlude neonatal tubes.
Polyurethane Advantage: Polyurethane allows for thinner walls than silicone, maximizing the internal lumen size. This is particularly important in a 6 Fr tube to ensure adequate flow and to reduce the pressure required to deliver nutrition.
Safety Markings: The tube is printed with centimeter markings starting from the tip, allowing clinicians to verify the exact insertion depth required for neonatal patients, where even a 1 cm difference is significant.
Atraumatic Design: The bolus is rounded and smoothed to ensure the insertion process is as gentle as possible on sensitive nasal and esophageal tissues.