Avanos Mic Gastrostomy Feeding Tube 18FR 7-10 ml

Why Choose Avanos MIC Gastrostomy Feeding Tube 18Fr 7–10 ml Balloon

The MIC Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is indicated for replacement gastrostomy tube management at an established gastrostomy tract — it is placed into an existing stoma site rather than requiring surgical creation of new gastrostomy access. The 7–10 ml balloon retention system holds the tube in the stomach: the balloon is inflated with sterile water after insertion through the gastrostomy tract, expanding inside the stomach to prevent tube migration outward. The balloon volume range of 7–10 ml is the recommended inflation for this tube — over-inflation creates unnecessary pressure on the gastric wall; under-inflation risks inadvertent tube displacement during feeding or patient movement. 18Fr is a standard adult gastrostomy tube calibre providing adequate lumen diameter for enteral formula delivery, medication administration, and flushing. The MIC system is designed for compatibility with Avanos MIC extension sets, adapters, and enteral feeding accessories that constitute a complete closed feeding system. Avanos (formerly Halyard Health) is an established clinical enteral feeding tube platform widely used in home care and facility enteral nutrition programmes. Confirm connection type, sterility, and included accessories by exact SKU. All gastrostomy tube placement, replacement, balloon inflation, feeding, and site care must follow healthcare provider direction.

Key Features

✔ 18Fr standard adult gastrostomy tube calibre for enteral formula and fluid delivery

✔ 7–10 ml retention balloon for secure gastrostomy tube placement in the stomach

✔ Balloon retention — filled with sterile water after insertion per clinical protocol

✔ Compatible with Avanos MIC extension sets and enteral feeding accessories

✔ Confirm connection type, sterility, and accessories by exact SKU

Benefits

✔ Standard 18Fr calibre accommodates enteral formula, water flushes, and medication delivery

✔ 7–10 ml balloon provides adequate retention without excessive gastric wall pressure

✔ MIC system compatibility supports complete closed enteral feeding setup

✔ Avanos MIC is a widely recognised clinical gastrostomy tube platform

✔ Supports home-care and facility enteral nutrition programmes

Clinical & Typical Applications

✔ Established gastrostomy tract replacement feeding tube for long-term enteral nutrition

✔ Home enteral nutrition for patients requiring gastrostomy-site feeding

✔ Medication administration and hydration via gastrostomy site

✔ Long-term care and hospital discharge enteral feeding requiring balloon-retained access

✔ Patients for whom nasogastric or oral intake is not clinically appropriate

Usage & Care

Gastrostomy tube replacement must be performed by or under the direction of a qualified healthcare professional — do not self-replace without clinical training and authorisation. Confirm tract maturity before replacement. Insert through the established gastrostomy site per the manufacturer's technique instructions. Inflate the balloon with 7–10 ml sterile water per clinical direction — do not over-inflate. Confirm tube placement by checking residual volume per the care plan. Flush the tube before and after feeding and medication per the flushing protocol. Inspect the site daily for erythema, granulation, leakage, or skin breakdown. Replace per the manufacturer's recommended interval or the clinical care plan. Follow all enteral nutrition safety protocols.