Medicina 5CH ENFit Polyurethane Nasogastric Feeding Tube Sterile – All Sizes

Provide gentle, safe, and highly reliable enteral care with the Medicina 5CH ENFit Polyurethane Nasogastric (NG) Feeding Tube. Specifically engineered with a fine-bore 5CH (French) diameter, this highly versatile tube is ideal for pediatric, neonatal, or sensitive adult patients requiring nutritional support. Designed to seamlessly facilitate feeding, routine line flushing, medication delivery, and the safe aspiration of stomach contents, this sterile, clinical-grade tube is an essential component for any healthcare facility or dedicated home care environment.

Advanced Polyurethane for Long-Term Patient Comfort

Patient comfort is a critical factor in the success of long-term enteral feeding. Crafted from premium, medical-grade polyurethane, this 5CH tube is inherently biocompatible and remains remarkably soft and flexible at body temperature. Unlike rigid PVC alternatives that harden over time, this superior construction allows the tube to be safely maintained in situ for up to 90 days (subject to standard hospital guidelines regarding nasal erosion and ventilated patients). This extended lifespan drastically reduces the need for frequent, distressing tube replacements.

To further protect delicate mucosal tissues during initial placement, the tube features a specially designed rounded distal tip that ensures a smooth, atraumatic insertion through the nasal passage.

Precision Verification and Uncompromising Safety

Confirming accurate gastric placement is vital for patient safety. The Medicina NG tube takes the guesswork out of depth tracking and verification. It features a full-length radio-opaque stripe and highly visible centimetre markings along the entire tube. This provides clinical staff with the ability to easily track insertion depth and obtain rapid, precise X-ray confirmation prior to initiating feeding.

Furthermore, the system is fully ENFit compliant (ISO 80369-3). The integrated ENFit connector actively eliminates the risk of dangerous, accidental misconnections with intravenous (IV) lines, ensuring adherence to the strictest global enteral safety protocols.

Key Features & Clinical Advantages

• Fine Bore 5CH Size: The ultra-slim diameter provides exceptional patient comfort, making it the perfect choice for pediatrics, neonates, or highly sensitive patients.

• Premium Polyurethane Construction: Highly durable, kink-resistant, and ultra-soft material supports safe, continuous use for up to 90 days.

• Universal ENFit Compliance: Safeguards patients by strictly preventing accidental non-enteral misconnections.

• Precision Placement Tracking: Clear centimetre markings and a fully radio-opaque stripe allow for highly accurate depth measurement and immediate X-ray verification.

• Smooth, Atraumatic Insertion: The rounded tip is strategically designed to glide safely and comfortably into place, minimizing tissue trauma.

• Optimized Fluid Delivery: Designed with two side eye holes to ensure a smooth, block-free flow of formula and facilitate easy stomach aspiration.

• Instant Size Identification: Equipped with a highly visible colour-coded strap for immediate, error-free verification of the 5CH size.

• Optional Weighted Configurations: Weighted tube variations are available to assist with natural peristaltic placement and long-term stability.

• 100% DEHP and Latex-Free: Completely safe for sensitive patients, eliminating the risk of latex-induced allergies or chemical leaching.

• Sterile Packaging: Individually packaged and sterilized to uphold the strictest clinical hygiene and infection control protocols.

Elevate Your Standard of Enteral Care

When managing patient nutrition and medication delivery—especially for delicate or pediatric patients—clinical staff require equipment that is exceptionally reliable, safe, and gentle. Equip your hospital ward or clinic with the Medicina 5CH ENFit Polyurethane Nasogastric Feeding Tube to streamline your clinical workflow, ensure highly accurate placement, and prioritize long-term patient well-being. Invest in the highest standard of enteral safety today.