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Akacia Ryles Duodenal Tube Fg10 + Ball Bearing

Akacia Ryles Duodenal Tube Fg10 + Ball Bearing

by Akacia
R 17.95 - R 17.95
R 17.95
R 17.95 - R 17.95
R 17.95

Akacia Ryles Duodenal Tube FG10 with Ball Bearing

The Akacia Ryles Duodenal Tube FG10 is a sterile, single-lumen nasoduodenal tube designed for reliable post‑pyloric enteral feeding and intestinal decompression. Featuring a ball-bearing weighted tip and radiopaque marker, this FG10 duodenal Ryles tube improves placement accuracy and stability for clinical use in critical care, surgical wards and long‑term enteral feeding.

Key Benefits

  • Post‑pyloric placement: weighted ball-bearing tip helps advance and maintain duodenal position for effective enteral feeding and reduced aspiration risk.
  • 10 French (FG10): compact diameter suitable for adult and paediatric clinical scenarios requiring a smaller bore duodenal tube.
  • Radiopaque marker: x‑ray visibility for rapid confirmation of nasoduodenal placement.
  • Soft atraumatic tip and biocompatible material: patient comfort and minimized mucosal trauma during insertion.
  • Single‑use sterile packaging: reduces infection risk and simplifies inventory control in hospitals and clinics.
  • Compatible with standard enteral feeding and suction connectors for immediate clinical use.
Ingredients and Materials

The Akacia Ryles Duodenal Tube FG10 is manufactured from medical‑grade PVC (or silicone variant depending on SKU) with a radiopaque stripe for x‑ray confirmation. The weighted tip uses a ball‑bearing (commonly tungsten or stainless steel) to aid passage beyond the pylorus. The tube is single‑lumen with multiple side eyes near the tip and is supplied sterile in single‑use packaging. Always check the product label or packaging for exact material specifications before use.

How to Use
  1. Confirm the correct product SKU and check the sterile packaging integrity before opening.
  2. Lubricate the tip with a water‑soluble lubricant and gently insert the tube nasally following institutional protocol.
  3. Advance the tube into the stomach and then use clinical techniques and/or fluoroscopy/x‑ray to guide the weighted tip into the duodenum.
  4. Confirm placement with radiographic imaging and aspirate pH as per facility policy before initiating feeds or suction.
  5. Secure the tube externally, label with date/time, and connect to enteral feeding pump or suction system as prescribed.
  6. Monitor for signs of misplacement, blockage, or intolerance and replace per local guidelines.
Who It’s For

This Akacia Ryles Duodenal Tube FG10 is intended for clinicians and healthcare facilities caring for patients who require post‑pyloric enteral nutrition or intestinal decompression. Common indications include critically ill patients who are at high risk of aspiration, patients with delayed gastric emptying or gastroparesis, post‑operative enteral feeding needs, and selected cases of small bowel decompression.

Caution & Storage

Caution: Single‑use only. Do not reuse or resterilize. Confirm tube placement radiographically before starting feeds. Insertion may cause nasal, pharyngeal or esophageal trauma; use caution in patients with coagulopathy or facial/nasal fractures. Monitor for signs of aspiration, respiratory distress, or tube blockage. Follow institutional protocols for insertion and maintenance. For detailed contraindications and adverse events, refer to the product insert.

Storage: Store in original sealed packaging at room temperature away from direct sunlight and chemical fumes. Avoid freezing. Check the expiration date printed on the package prior to use.