- Condition: Factory New
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- MFR: GBUK Group Ltd. Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: NCF08.50
Frequently asked questions
Is the material safe for long-term use?
Yes, this tube is constructed from medical-grade, DEHP-free polyurethane. This material is chosen for its balance of flexibility and strength, ensuring both patient comfort and safety during the duration of enteral nutrition therapy.
How does the design reduce patient discomfort?
Patient comfort is prioritized through the rounded open distal tip, which is specifically engineered to facilitate smooth passage through the nasal cavity and minimize trauma during the insertion process.
Is it compatible with modern feeding systems?
Absolutely. The tube features a male ENFit connector, which complies with modern safety standards to ensure secure, standardized, and misconnection-free compatibility with all ENFit-compliant feeding pumps, syringes, and extension sets.
Can clinicians easily confirm the tube's position?
Yes, accuracy is built into the design via two features:
- Radiopaque stripe: Runs the entire length of the tube for reliable imaging verification under X-ray.
- Centimeter markings: Clear, high-contrast markings every 1 cm allow for precise depth placement readings.
Does the tube maintain consistent flow?
The design includes two lateral side ports in addition to the open distal tip. This ensures that formula flow remains consistent and uninterrupted, even in the event that one port becomes obstructed.
Is the tube flexible enough for hospital care?
Yes, the polyurethane construction is designed to be highly flexible and pliable, making it suitable for professional use in various clinical, hospital, and home-care settings.
Does the package include a stylet?
No, this specific model (NCF08.50) is supplied without a stylet. It is intended for use in standard enteral nutrition delivery as described.
Is the product sterile upon arrival?
Yes, each Nutricare Flo Feeding Tube is provided as a factory new, sterile medical device, ensuring it is ready for safe use in clinical environments immediately upon opening.
Is the 8 Fr. size standard for this tube?
Yes, this product is specifically manufactured as an 8 Fr. size with a 50 cm length, which is a standard configuration for efficient enteral nutrition support.
Are the markings durable enough for clear reading?
The tube features high-contrast black numerical graduations printed clearly at 1 cm intervals. These are designed to remain legible for healthcare professionals when confirming tube depth.