Dynarex Gastronomy Tube is a 3-port tube designed for caregivers to use easily while promoting patient safety. The sterile silicone tube comes in multiple sizes. Use in conjunction with Dynarex Enteral Feeding Supplies. It is ideal for a wide range of healthcare settings.

Features

• Universal design allows for optimal adaptability
• Constructed from sterile silicone for optimal hygiene
• Three-port tube designed for safe, effective enteral feeding
• Available in a wide range of sizes (12 FR-24 FR) for reliable fit
• Ideal for use in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and homecare
• Features rounded tips for smooth insertion and improved comfort
• Not made with natural rubber latex, BPA, or phthalates plasticizers
• ENFit connector reduces the risk of tube misconnection for greater safety

Indications for Use: Gastrostomy Tubes are indicated for use in a well-established gastrostomy tract for feeding and/or administration of medications. They also may be used for gastric decompression.

Contraindications for Use:

Do not use the tube for patients with the following conditions:

• Allergy to silicone
• Gastrocutaneous fistulas
• Non-established stoma tract
• Evidence of granulation tissue
• Infection or irritation of the stoma

Storage: The Gastrostomy Tube should be stored in the original packaging at room temperature, and in a dry environment. Avoid direct sunlight and heat radiation.

Care and Maintenance

• Inspect the stoma site frequently by lifting the edges of the retention disk. Gently clean with warm water and soap. If there is any evidence of infection, irritation or granulation consult a physician at once.
• After every use flush the tube with 10-20 mL of water for adults and 5-10 mL for children, before and after each feeding or administration of medication or every 4-8 hours if feeding is continuous.
• To ensure proper balloon inflation, check the balloon's fluid level every 7-10 days. It is normal for water to migrate out of the balloon. If the quantity is below the original inflated amount, refill the balloon to the proper quantity using fresh water. Replacing the balloon fluid every 7-10 days is the best way to maintain the integrity of the balloon and the inflation channel. If the balloon continues to deflate, replace the tube.
• If deflation of the balloon with a syringe is difficult, it is possible that the inflation channel has become occluded. In case of occlusion, replace the tube.

WARNINGS

• For enteral/gastrostomy use only.
• Verify expiration date. Please do not use it after this date.
• Do not nick, cut, tear, puncture, or otherwise damage the device
• Always confirm that the feeding set is connected to the enteral port only and NOT to an IV set.
•  Gastrostomy Tubes are for single use only. Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize. Reuse may cause a risk of infection and compromise functional reliability. Do not use it if the package is open or damaged.