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MIC PEG Feeding Tube Kit The MIC PEG Feeding Tube Kit is designed for placement convenience and comes in complete placement kits for both the PULL and PUSH (Over-The-Wire, OTW) placement methods...A$ 320.00 -
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Replacement ENFit Y Adapter For Use with MIC Avanos Medical MIC PEG Replacement Feeding Adapter With ENFit Connector are for use with Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Feeding Tubes...A$ 48.50 -
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MIC Balloon Jejunal Feeding Tubes (Mic J) With Enfit Connectors Allows for delivery of enteral nutrition and medication via an access port labeled 'Jejunal' into the distal duodenum...A$ 710.00A$ 699.00 -
MIC* G Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tubes with ENFit Connectors The MIC* G Feeding Tube is indicated for patients requiring continuous enteral feeding while allowing separate access for...A$ 185.00
FAQs
What kinds of Avanos products does Alpha Medical Solutions offer?
Avanos products available via Alpha Medical Solutions include a wide range of enteral feeding devices such as MIC-KEY low-profile feeding tubes, jejunal and gastric tubes, balloon gastrostomy tubes, ENFit-compatible extension sets, clamps, and stoma-measuring tools.
Why are Avanos feeding tubes ENFit-compatible, and what does that mean?
Many Avanos feeding tubes use ENFit connectors to improve safety and reduce the risk of misconnections. ENFit is a standard connector for enteral nutrition systems, designed to only fit with other ENFit devices — helping to prevent potentially dangerous cross-connections.
How do I choose the right Avanos feeding tube for long-term vs short-term use?
- For long-term use, Avanos offers balloon-retention or low-profile (MIC-KEY) tubes that stay in place via an internal balloon; they are more comfortable for long-term patients.
- For short-term or nasogastric feeding, their standard-length or jejunal tubes may be more appropriate, depending on whether feeding is gastric or post-pyloric.
- Choosing the right tube also involves considering the patient’s age, anatomical access (stoma vs naso), and whether a stylet is required for placement.
How should Avanos feeding tubes and accessories be stored?
Avanos feeding tubes and accessories should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. This helps maintain the integrity of the materials (like medical-grade silicone) and ensures the connectors (such as ENFit) remain in good condition.
Are Avanos feeding tubes and accessories single-use or reusable?
Most of Avanos’s enteral feeding products (tubes, extension sets, clamps) are designed for single use. Reusing them could compromise their sterility or material integrity. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions and the product packaging to confirm whether reuse is allowed (in most cases, it is not).