Lopez Valve for Enteral Tube Management

The Lopez Valve is a three-way stopcock designed for enteral feeding and gastric decompression, giving clinicians precise control over irrigation, drainage, and feeding without repeatedly disconnecting the tubing. By combining a single valve with a closed system, it reduces the handling that leads to leaks, spills, and contamination — a practical advantage for nurses managing patients on continuous or intermittent enteral therapy.

Our selection features the ICU Medical Lopez Valve Closed Enteral Tube (M9000-T) with a tethered straight cap. The tethered cap stays attached to the valve, so it won't get misplaced during a shift and remains within reach every time the port is opened and reclosed. The closed enteral design supports cleaner medication administration, flushing, and suction through a single access point, streamlining bedside workflow and helping maintain infection-control standards.

A common question from buyers is whether these valves fit their existing tubing connectors. Legacy Lopez Valves use standard connections, while newer facilities transitioning to enteral-specific safety standards may need the ENFit version. If your protocols call for the smaller-bore, misconnection-resistant fittings, review our ENFit Lopez Valve options to confirm compatibility before ordering.

Whether you're stocking a hospital unit, a long-term care facility, or supporting home enteral care, these valves are single-use, sterile, and built for reliable turn-to-position control. Browse the full Lopez collection for additional configurations and cap styles to match your patients' feeding and decompression needs.