C. R. Bard, Inc.

Michael W Gauderer

Steven Jacques

James Wilkie

Anthony Downing

Ronald Court

Albert N Solbjor

David R Stern

A low profile adaptor is disclosed to reduce the length of a gastrostomy tube that has been inserted by means of conventional endoscopic procedures or with a replacement feeding tube inserted into the patient's stomach. The gastrostomy tube is cut to the appropriate length by the physician. The adaptor comprises a stem which is inserted into the open end of the gastrostomy tube. The valve assembly contains a seal that functions as a one-way valve to prevent reflux of gastric contents but permits the introduction of feeding solution into the feeding tube. A lock and key mechanism is incorporated into the hub of the gastrostomy tube to prevent disconnection of the feeding tube. A cover is placed over the opening of the adapter to prevent contamination of the lumen of the gastrostomy tube.

Method and systems for providing fluid communication with a gastrostomy tube

Methods and systems for providing fluid communication with a gastrostomy tube

A low profile adaptor is disclosed for use with a gastrostomy feeding tube which has been inserted by means of conventional endoscopic procedures or with a replacement feeding tube inserted through the patient's stomach. The tube is cut to the approximate length by the surgeon. The adaptor comprises an anti-reflux valve assembly having a stem which can be plugged into the open end of the feeding tube. The valve assembly contains a seal which functions as a one-way valve to prevent reflux of gastric contents but which permits the introduction of feeding solution into the feeding tube. A clamp is placed around the feeding tube and the valve stem and locked into place to secure the valve assembly to the feeding tube at a location flush with the patient's skin. A silicone cover is placed around the clamp to protect the patient from skin irritation caused by the clamp, and also to protect the clamp and valve assembly from contamination.

Low profile adaptor for gastrostomy feeding tube

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Salem, SC, United States of America

Michael W Gauderer