Applied Medical Technology 9-C1210 - AMT 12F Capsule Monarch G-Tube Non-Balloon Without Guidewire, Each

Applied Medical Technology 9-C1210 - AMT 12F Capsule Monarch G-Tube Non-Balloon Without Guidewire, Each

What is a traditional length G-tube?

A traditional length g-tube, which can also be referred to as a PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) tube or a "high profile" G-tube, is an enteral feeding device designed to aid in the delivery of nutrients, fluids, and medications, directly into the stomach bypassing the mouth and esophagus. A traditional length G-tube or high profile tube extends off the abdomen about 7-10cm compared to a low-profile G-tube, which is flush against the skin.

AMT has three main traditional length G-tubes. These devices are placed through the abdominal wall to give direct access to the stomach and has an adjustable external bolster minimizing surface contact with the skin, allowing the tissue to breathe and can be adjusted up to 10cm in length.

Capsule Monarch G-Tube:

Longer lasting than balloon design Encapsulated internal bolster Self-lubricating facilitates ease and comfort on insertion Often placed on site at LTAC facilities Guidewire compatible Unique capsule technology - available only from AMT

What is Capsule Monarch?

Capsule Monarch is a gastrostomy tube (G-Tube) that is used to help feed someone who is unable to eat, by mouth, all they require. Unlike other G-Tubes the Capsule Monarch is not held in place by a balloon - but uses an internal retention disk that is opened inside the stomach after the Capsule Monarch is inserted.

Capsule Monarch G-Tube Anatomy

Why the Non-Balloon Option?

Capsule Monarch Benefits: What is Capsule Technology?

Encapsulated Bolster Self-lubricating capsule offers smooth insertion.	Bolster Deploys Easy-to-use pull-away tether causes capsule to split open and bolster deploys internally.	Capsule Material Dissolves Capsule material falls away, dissolves rapidly and passes.

The Capsule Monarch G-Tube reduces time, cost and the inconvenience associated with balloon failure. The capsule design offers advantages found nowhere else.

• Capsule design dramatically reduces discomfort during insertion
• Self-lubricating surface facilitates ease of insertion and reduces pain
• Long life (No balloon to fail, ideal for patients who dont tolerate balloon devices)
• Raised external bolster reduces skin irritation
• Can reduce hypertrophic granulation tissue
• Conforming low-profile internal bolster design is ideal for patients with limited intraluminal capacity
• Ideal economical solution for long-term enteral feeding

Device Characteristics