The basic idea of a feeding tube is to deliver nutrients and fluids (and medication) to someone who is unable to swallow due to an injury or a condition such as throat cancer. There are different types of tubes in a range of sizes, and what’s employed will depend on the patient and the problem/s with which they are dealing.
Tube feeding is also known as enteral feeding. Another important term to know is gastrostomy, which refers to an opening in the abdominal wall made surgically for the purpose of transferring food to the stomach.
For those who are currently or will in the future be caring for people with gastrostomy tubes/devices, the Australian government has created this excellent guide.
The following are just some of the high-quality feeding tubes and related devices we carry at Joya Medica Supplies –
Bolus Gastrostomy Feeding Tubes
Feeding tubes for patients who are on a bolus feeding regimen, where meals are delivered by syringe through the tube. These feeding tubes are constructed from medical-grade silicone and come with a number of safety/comfort features. They are available in multiple sizes.
Low Profile Balloon Gastrostomy Feeding Tubes
These low-profile feeding tubes are constructed from medical-grade silicone and have separate jejunal and gastric ports for simultaneous feeding and gastric decompression. Also available in multiple sizes.
Low Profile Enfit Extension Set Right Angle
As the name suggests, these accessories are right angle connectors, with a Bolus Enfit connector and clamp. Available in two sizes.
Low Profile Enfit Extension Set Right Angle MEDICATION
A smaller version of the preceding item specifically aimed at giving medication, though both items have a medication port.
Low Profile Enfit Extension Set Straight
Similar to the previous extensions, except these are straight rather than a right angle. Available in two sizes.
Peg Enfit Y Adapters
For use with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy feeding tubes. These accessories come in multiple diameters.
Enfit Home Use Enteral Syringes
Syringes in various sizes for enteral feeding and medication, as well as other uses. They feature silicon O rings and low dead space.
Clog Zapper
The Clog Zapper is a feeding tube declogging kit available in packs of 10. It works via a mixture of enzymes, acids, buffers, antimicrobial agents and metal inhibitors that has been shown to be effective at clearing feeding tubes of enteral feeding formula at least 75% of the time.
Additional Items
To see more of our wide selection of feeding tubes and Related Devices, you can page through our entire gastrostomy range here.
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Whatever medical goods you need, take advantage of the wide range and competitive prices to be found on the Joya Medical Supplies online store. You can order at any time of the day or night, and we’ll deliver the items promptly to all parts of Australia. The fact we are now an ISO certified medical supplier is yet another reason to make us your #1 choice for these vital commodities.
