Avanos Mic-Key 12Fr Low-Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Feeding Tube (8140-12-1.5)

The Avanos Mic-Key 12Fr Low-Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Feeding Tube is the premier choice for individuals requiring long-term gastrostomy feeding. Engineered by Avanos Medical, the pioneers of balloon-retained enteral access, this low-profile G-tube sits flush against the skin to minimize visibility under clothing and decrease the risk of snagging. This specific 12Fr, 1.5cm model is ideal for pediatric or adult patients with smaller stoma tract requirements, prioritizing maximum mobility, independence, and comfort.

Advanced Clinical Engineering for Patient Safety

Patient protection is a core feature of the Avanos Mic-Key 12Fr Low-Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Feeding Tube. Built entirely from high-clarity, medical-grade silicone, the tube conforms gently to body contours to minimize skin irritation. It integrates an international standard ENFit® safety connector system (ISO 80369-3 compliant) and a patented SECUR-LOK™ locking mechanism. This combination ensures leak-proof connections and drastically lowers the risk of accidental tubing pullouts or dangerous medical misconnections.

Key Features & Benefits

• Low-Profile Discretion: Sits flat against the abdomen, facilitating an active lifestyle without the bulk of a traditional “dangler” tube.

• Medical-Grade Silicone: Soft, biocompatible, and durable construction designed to resist premature degradation and optimize tube longevity.

• Recessed Tapered Distal Tip: The tip is structurally recessed at a 5ml balloon volume, making it completely atraumatic to help prevent gastric wall irritation.

• Proximal Anti-Reflux Valve: A built-in, one-way structural valve cuts off backflow of gastric contents when an extension set is disconnected.

• Radiopaque Verification: A high-visibility radiopaque stripe runs the length of the tube for fast, accurate placement verification under X-ray.

What’s Included in the Complete Kit:

Each Avanos Mic-Key 12Fr Low-Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Feeding Tube package is fully loaded to deliver an out-of-the-box clinical solution:

• 1 MIC-KEY* G Feeding Tube: Sized at 12Fr with a 1.5cm stoma length.

• 1 Continuous Feed Extension Set: Features a 30.5cm (12″) length, a SECUR-LOK* Right Angled Connector, dual feeding and medication ports, and tight-sealing plugs.

• 1 Bolus Feed Extension Set: Features a 30.5cm (12″) length, a SECUR-LOK* Straight Connector, and a large-volume feeding/medication port.

• 1 6ml Luer Slip Syringe: Intended exclusively for simple inflation and deflation of the internal silicone retention balloon via the dedicated balloon port.

• 1 35ml Enteral Feeding Syringe: Designed with a secure ENFit® connector for flush routines or nutritional delivery.

• 4 Gauze Pads: Provided for clean stoma care during set exchanges.

Product Specifications

Trusted Excellence in Long-Term Enteral Care

The Avanos Mic-Key 12Fr Low-Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Feeding Tube minimizes the physical footprint of clinical nutrition. By routing tension away from the sensitive stoma tract to the robust SECUR-LOK* interface, this system supports healthier local tissue healing and drastically cuts down on unexpected emergency tube replacements.

Clinical Advice: Always verify the French size and exact stoma length measurements with a qualified clinician prior to substitution. Only use sterile or distilled water to inflate the internal retention balloon via the Luer slip inflation port.