Applied Medical Technologies Low Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Tube

Benefits of Minione Balloon Button Gastrostomy Tube

• 37% lower profile external bolster; no hard, bulky bolster
• Made from medical-grade silicone to reduce skin irritation and improve patient comfort
• Soft and flexible bolster is easy to clean around and less likely to create trauma to the stoma site
• The tapered transition from the shaft to the external bolster creates a better seal outside the stomach

Parts Description of Minione Balloon Button Gastrostomy Tube

Frequently Bought Together

• AMT Y Port Feeding Adaptor 24Fr
• Applied Medical CINCH Tube Securement Device
• Applied Medical Tech AMT Bolus Feeding Extension Set With Straight Port

MiniONE Balloon Button Maintenance

Remove all water from the balloon by inserting a small syringe into the balloon fill port and drawing back on the plunger (5 ml syringe for 12F-14F devices, 10 ml syringe for 16F-24F devices). The balloon fill port on 12-14F MiniONE Balloon Buttons is compatible with both Luer (slip tip) and Luer lock syringes; the balloon fill port on 16-24F devices is compatible with a slip tip syringe.

• If the water volume is at the prescribed amount:
  • Push the plunger to return the water into the balloon; disconnect the syringe
• If the water volume is less than the prescribed amount or if the water appears dirty:
  • Discard the water that was removed from the device
  • Draw the prescribed amount of water into the syringe from a container of fresh water
  • Reconnect the syringe to the balloon fill port and push the plunger to refill the balloon with water

FAQs

Why is a Minione Low Profile Balloon Button Gastrostomy Tube used?

This device is used when a patient cannot or should not eat or swallow normally due to medical conditions such as neurological or gastrointestinal disorders, cancer, or other medical conditions. The tube provides a safe and effective way to deliver nutrition, medications, and hydration directly into the stomach.

How is it inserted?

The insertion of the tube is typically done under sedation or general anesthesia in a medical setting by a trained healthcare professional. The tube is inserted through a small incision in the abdomen and guided into the stomach using imaging technology. The balloon is then inflated to keep the tube in place.

How long can this be used?

The length of time that the tube can be used depends on the individual's medical condition and needs. It may be used temporarily or long-term, and the healthcare team will determine the appropriate length of use for each patient.