Silicone Gastrostomy Feeding Tube 16Fr PEG Tube 3 Way For Long Time Enteral Nutrition

Gastrostomy feeding tube is designed for long term enteral nutrition. lt isinserted through a small incision in the abdomen into the stomach. lt is useful where there is difficulty with swallowing with patient.X-ray opaque line through the whole tube.The balloon is glued to the main tube both inside and outside, it is elastic and flexile.Suitable for gastrostomy patient.With CE and ISO13485 certificate.And the balloon can retention more than 10 days.

Features

Made of 100% medical grade silicone.
Gastric balloon for a secure and comfortable fix.
Rounded tip with open distal end.
Rounded skin disk can easily adjust to maintain proper tube position.

Graduated shaft allows for easy stoma depth measurement.

What are gastrostomy tubes used for?

A gastrostomy tube, often called a G tube, is a surgically placed device used to give direct access to your child's stomach for supplemental feeding, hydration or medicine. G tubes are used for a variety of medical conditions, but the most common use is for feedings to enhance your child's nutrition.

Is a gastrostomy tube the same as a feeding tube?

A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a procedure to place a feeding tube. These feeding tubes are often called PEG tubes or G tubes. The tube allows you to receive nutrition directly through your stomach. This type of feeding is also known as enteral feeding or enteral nutrition.

Why would someone need a gastrostomy?

A gastrostomy is a surgical procedure used to insert a tube, often referred to as a "G-tube", through the abdomen and into the stomach. Gastrostomy is used to provide a route for tube feeding if needed for four weeks or longer, and/or to vent the stomach for air or drainage.