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MIC* Gastro-Enteric Tube, 16 Fr x 25.4 cm
$313.95
- Medex SKU:
- AVA-0210-16LV
- Packing Info:
- EA
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
Technical Specifications
Part Number: 0210-16LV
Outer Diameter: 16 Fr
Balloon Volume: 3–5 ml (Lower capacity than the standard 7–10 ml)
Material: Medical-grade, high-clarity silicone
Placement: Initial surgical placement or as a replacement through an established stoma
Sterility: Sterile, single-use
Connector Type: Universal (Non-ENFit)
Key Features
Low-Volume (LV) Silicone Balloon: The 3–5 ml balloon provides secure internal retention while taking up minimal space within the stomach. This reduces the risk of the balloon blocking the pylorus (gastric outlet) in smaller patients.
High-Clarity Silicone Construction: The medical-grade silicone is biocompatible and soft, designed to minimize skin irritation and improve patient comfort compared to stiffer materials like PVC.
SECUR-LOK Retention Ring:* An external bolster that secures the tube at the skin level. It features a design that allows air to circulate around the stoma site, which is critical for preventing moisture buildup and skin breakdown.
Recessed Distal Tip: The tip of the tube is designed to sit flush with the inflated balloon, preventing the plastic tip from irritating or "poking" the sensitive gastric mucosa.
Radiopaque Stripe: A high-visibility line runs the entire length of the tube to allow for quick confirmation of the tube's position via X-ray.
Tapered Tip: Facilitates a smoother and less traumatic insertion through the stoma tract during tube changes.
Medical Description
The 0210-16LV is clinically indicated for patients who require long-term gastric access but have a small gastric footprint. This is most common in pediatric patients, very small adults, or those with significant gastric scarring where a larger balloon cannot be accommodated.
Because it is a 16 Fr tube, it provides a generous internal diameter for the administration of nutrition and medications, while the "LV" balloon ensures the device remains as unobtrusive as possible inside the stomach.