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ivac keofeed hydrophilic feeding tube
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Summary: The ivac keofeed hydrophilic feeding tube is a medical device used for enteral feeding. It is typically used by healthcare professionals in hospitals and long-term care settings to provide nutrition to patients who cannot eat by mouth.
FDA Clearance Information
Pathway
510K
Number
K842589 ↗
Decision Date
August 14, 1984
Product Code
KNT
Device Class
Class 2
Evidence
419 studies
The ivac keofeed hydrophilic feeding tube was cleared through the FDA 510(k) pathway on August 14, 1984. It is manufactured by Y and classified as a Class 2 medical device under the product code KNT.
What It Is
The ivac keofeed hydrophilic feeding tube is a flexible tube designed for enteral feeding, which involves delivering nutrition directly to the stomach or small intestine. The hydrophilic coating on the tube reduces friction, making it easier and more comfortable to insert. This device is essential for patients who are unable to consume food orally due to various medical conditions.
Clinical Applications
This feeding tube is commonly used in clinical settings such as hospitals and long-term care facilities. It is particularly useful in gastroenterology and critical care for patients with swallowing disorders, neurological impairments, or severe illnesses that prevent oral intake. Pediatric and adult patients who require long-term nutritional support often benefit from this device.
Indications for Use
The FDA indications for this device include providing nutritional support to patients who cannot eat by mouth. It is suitable for conditions like dysphagia, severe anorexia, or after certain surgeries where oral intake is not possible.
Practical Considerations
The ivac keofeed hydrophilic feeding tube typically comes in various sizes to accommodate different patient needs. It is compatible with standard enteral feeding pumps and connectors. Proper technique is crucial for insertion to minimize discomfort and ensure correct placement.
Linked Studies (20)
PubMed • 2025
Onyx Liquid Embolic Agent: Basic Knowledge for Its Use in Interventional Neuroradiology.
Journal of neuroendovascular therapy
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PubMed • 2025
Performance evaluation of quantitative hemoglobin A2 and fetal hemoglobin testing using commercially lyophilized vs. in-house whole blood controls in Chinese clinical laboratories: a 12-year analysis of National External Quality Assessment Data.
Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine
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PubMed • 2025
Clinical progress note: Haemophilus influenzae type b.
Journal of hospital medicine
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PubMed • 2025
Pilot study of social media promotion of home-based self-testing for syphilis.
Sexually transmitted diseases
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PubMed • 2025
Clinical development and performance of the First to Know Syphilis Self-Test for over-the-counter usage: a de novo rapid test for treponemal antibody.
Journal of clinical microbiology
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PubMed • 2025
Implementation of an Opt-Out and Rapid Point-of-Care Syphilis Testing Program for Pregnant Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department.
Sexually transmitted diseases
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PubMed • 2025
Evaluation of Rapid Syphilis Testing Using the Syphilis Health Check in Florida, 2015-2016.
Florida public health review
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PubMed • 2025
Multiplex droplet digital PCR for the detection and quantitation of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology
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PubMed • 2025
Palm Multidiagnostic of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Streptococcus pneumoniae Using One-Tube CRISPR/Cas12a.
Transboundary and emerging diseases
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PubMed • 2025
Tp40: a new potential prognostic and diagnostic marker for syphilis.
Microbiology spectrum
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PubMed • 2025
Serotonin sets up neutrophil extracellular traps to promote neuroendocrine prostate cancer metastasis in the liver.
The Journal of clinical investigation
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PubMed • 2025
Application value of Philips Ingenuity TF PET/CT scanner imaging agent FAP in evaluating renal fibrosis.
Hellenic journal of nuclear medicine
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PubMed • 2025
Message from Dr. Philippe T. Georgel, Guest Editor for the Marshall University Collection, Brad D. Smith, President of Marshall University, and Dr. Anivandan Mukherjee, Provost of Marshall University.
Biochemistry and cell biology = Biochimie et biologie cellulaire
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PubMed • 2025
Improved patient comfort and procedural efficiency using chlorhexidine-coated hydrophilic urethral catheters: a randomized controlled trial.
Journal of Yeungnam medical science
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PubMed • 2025
pTx-Pulseq in hybrid sequences: Accessible and advanced hybrid open-source MRI sequences on Philips scanners.
Magnetic resonance in medicine
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PubMed • 2025
Comparative connectomics of Drosophila descending and ascending neurons.
Nature
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PubMed • 2025
Hydrophilic-coated sheaths for reducing radial artery spasm during transradial procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Interventional neuroradiology : journal of peritherapeutic neuroradiology, surgical procedures and related neurosciences
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PubMed • 2025
History of antineutrophil cytoplasmic autoantibodies : Milestones in rheumatology.
Zeitschrift fur Rheumatologie
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PubMed • 2025
A Hydrophilic Polyurethane Foam Containing Nigella sativa Oil as a Wound Dressing.
BioMed research international
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →Frequently Asked Questions
What is ivac keofeed hydrophilic feeding tube used for?
It is used for enteral feeding to provide nutrition to patients who cannot eat orally.
What specialties typically use this device?
Gastroenterology, critical care, and nutrition support teams commonly use this device.
What are the FDA-cleared indications?
It is indicated for nutritional support in patients unable to consume food by mouth due to medical conditions.
Disclaimer: This page compiles publicly available regulatory and published clinical evidence for educational reference.
It does not constitute medical advice, product endorsement, or a recommendation for clinical use.
Always consult manufacturer documentation and clinical judgment for patient care decisions.