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Halyard MIC-KEY User Manual

Halyard MIC-KEY
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MIC-KEY
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GASTRIC-JEJUNAL
FEEDING TUBE
Endoscopic/Radiologic Placement
Low-Profile
GJ-Tube
Instructions for Use

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Halyard MIC-KEY Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHalyard
ModelMIC-KEY
CategoryMedical Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Indications and Contraindications

Indications For Use

Lists conditions for which the feeding tube is indicated.

Contraindications

Lists conditions where the feeding tube should not be used.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Device Reuse Warning

Warning against reusing, reprocessing, or resterilizing the device.

Placement Cautions

Cautions regarding gastropexy, stoma tract, and balloon use during placement.

Placement Procedures

Tube Preparation

Steps for preparing the feeding tube before insertion.

Suggested Radiologic Placement

Procedure for placing the tube using radiologic guidance.

Gastropexy Placement

Steps for affixing the stomach to the abdominal wall.

Create the Stoma Tract

Process for creating the stoma tract for tube insertion.

Measuring Stoma Length

Method for measuring the stoma to select the correct tube size.

Tube Placement

Steps for advancing the feeding tube into the stomach and jejunum.

Verify Tube Position

Methods to confirm correct tube placement using imaging and flushing.

Endoscopic Placement

Suggested Endoscopic Placement

Procedure for placing the tube using endoscopic guidance.

Endoscopic Placement via Existing Gastrostomy

Replacing a tube through an established gastrostomy tract.

Extension Sets and Medication

Extension Set Assembly

Instructions for assembling jejunal and gastric extension sets.

Medication Administration

Guidelines for administering medications through the feeding tube.

Tube Patency Guidelines

Recommendations for flushing the tube to prevent clogging.

General Flushing Guidelines

Best practices for flushing feeding tubes to maintain patency.

Daily Care and Maintenance

Patient and Stoma Site Assessment

Assessing the patient, stoma site, and tube for issues.

Tube and Port Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the feeding tube and its ports.

External Bolster and Balloon Maintenance

Verifying bolster placement and checking balloon volume weekly.

Troubleshooting and Longevity

Tube Occlusion

Common causes and methods to unclog a feeding tube.

Balloon Longevity

Factors affecting the lifespan of the balloon.

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