Q. What is MIC key feeding?
MIC-KEY* Low-Profile Gastrostomy Feeding Tube with SECUR-LOK* (CE) is a step up from conventional gastrostomy feeding tubes. Highly popular and widely prescribed, the MIC-KEY* feeding tube is unobtrusive and easy to conceal, making it an ideal feeding tube for virtually all individuals.
Q. What is the purpose of a mic key line?
A MIC-KEY* Low Profile feeding tube (MIC-KEY*) has been inserted into your stomach through the abdominal wall. There is an inflatable balloon at one end and an external base at the other. This tube allows the intake of food and water that your body requires.
Q. How often should a mic key button be changed?
You should replace the MIC-KEY™ g-tube every 3-6 months or sooner if: Fluid is leaking from the middle of the g-tube. (This may mean the g-tube’s one-way valve is broken.) If 2-3 cc/ml of water is missing from the balloon after two weekly balloon checks.
Q. How much water should be in a MIC key button?
will show you how to attach the giving set. The water in your button will need to be changed regularly: • MIC-KEY® buttons need 5ml of water in the balloon. balloon. The water needs to be changed every week, using a 5ml or 10ml syringe.
Q. What does MIC-key button stand for?
“MIC-KEY button” A PEG tube commonly refers to all G/GJ-tubes regardless of placement technique. PEG tubes have long tubing and are often the device used for initial placement. A MIC-KEY, a trademarked name, commonly refers to a lower profile gastric tubes (or “button,” (Image 2)) that sits at the level of the skin.
Q. Can you swim with a MIC-key feeding tube?
The good news is that yes, in general, it is acceptable to swim with a feeding tube. That said, there are a few precautions you’ll want to take before diving in: The top necessity for safe swimming is a healed and healthy stoma.
Q. What is a button gastrostomy?
What is a button gastrostomy? A gastrostomy feeding tube is a small feeding tube which is inserted directly into the stomach so that your child can receive feed, fluid and medication without swallowing. It will give them a safe and long-term method of getting nutrition.
Q. What is the difference between a peg and a button?
A PEG button is a feeding tube on your skin that takes the place of your PEG tube. You may find this preferable to a regular PEG tube because it can’t be seen under most clothing. A PEG feeding tube can usually be changed to a button after 6 weeks, once the tube opening is well-healed.
Q. What is Secur Lok?
Description. The Avanos Medical MIC-KEY* Continuous Feed Extension Set with ENFit® Connectors, SECUR-LOK* is intended for use with MIC-KEY* Low-Profile Gastrostomy, Jejunal, and Transgastric-Jejunal Feeding Tubes.
Q. Can you swim with a mickey button?
Can I take a bath or go swimming? Yes, you can do normal activities after the skin around your PEG tube heals. Be sure it is closed before getting into a pool or tub.
