Description

A triple lumen polyurethane 150cm naso-jejunal feeding tube.
NPSA compliant.

Tube design

· Material: Polyurethane
· Tube size: Ch/Fr:16, Ch/Fr:9
· Internal diameter – Aspiration Lumen – 4.1mm
· External diameter – Aspiration Lumen – 5.3mm
· Internal diameter – Feeding Lumen – 1.4mm
· External diameter – Feeding Lumen – 2.9mm
· Internal diameter – Pressure Regulation Lumen – 1.2mm
· Total tube length – 150cm, open ended
· Feeding Lumen length – 150cm/2 lateral outlet ports/olive tip with antenna
· Aspiration Lumen length – 95cm/5 large lateral outlet ports, funnel connection
· Pressure Regulation Lumen length – 95cm
· White radio-opaque strip with interval markings every 10cm
· Luer lock cap (male end) on feeding lumen
· Spiral, teflon coated guidewire

Pack Contents

· Freka Trelumina Tube with teflon coated guidewire.
· Two ampoules of MCT oil.
· Nasal fixation tape.


Indications

Designed for the diagnosis, therapy and monitoring of critically ill patients in whom the following conditions are present:
· Gastroparesis / impaired gastric emptying / long term ventilation
· Pyloric stenosis
· Brain stem infarction
· Head / brain injuries / multiple trauma
· Extensive visceral surgery
· Pancreatitis
· Ileus
· Peritonitis

Besides the early initiation of enteral nutrition the tube may be used for the following:
· To check the pH of gastric secretions
· Drainage of gastric fluid
· Early diagnosis and management of bleeding
· Control of gastric fluid, electrolyte losses, aspiration

Contraindications

· Severe nasal or pharyngeal injury.
· Stenosis of the nose or pharynx.
· Blood clotting disorder.

Tube Care

Flush the duodenal / jejunal tube leg before and after each feed using the universal funnel adapter and a 50ml syringe. Use 30ml of water.

Flush the gastric aspiration lumen at least once a day with water. This will facilitate optimal aspiration.

Administration of Medication

Liquid or dissolved medicines should be administrated via the tube whenever possible.

Important Notes

Flush the tube thoroughly before and after each administration of medicine.