{"title":"Pedi-Tube","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePedi-Tube Pediatric Nasogastric Feeding Tubes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen an infant or child needs enteral nutrition, the feeding tube itself has to be gentle enough for delicate nasal passages yet reliable enough to stay placed and deliver formula without interruption. The Cardinal Health Pedi-Tube line answers both concerns with soft radiopaque polyurethane construction sized specifically for pediatric patients, giving clinicians and caregivers a tube designed around the smaller anatomy and lower flow needs of young children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth tubes we carry are 6 French, 36 inches long, and sterile — the standard pediatric NG configuration. The key difference comes down to placement and confirmation. The \u003cstrong\u003ePedi-Tube with stylet and tungsten weight (8884730766)\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a weighted tip and guidewire to ease insertion and help the tube advance and settle correctly, which many clinicians prefer for initial placements. The \u003cstrong\u003edual-port version without stylet (8884730774)\u003c\/strong\u003e offers separate ports for feeding and medication or flushing, streamlining care once the tube is in place. The radiopaque polyurethane in both allows x-ray confirmation of tip position before feeding begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePolyurethane is chosen here for good reason: it resists the stiffening and clouding that shortens the life of older PVC tubes, so a Pedi-Tube can typically remain indwelling longer with less irritation. Caregivers weighing which version to order should think about who places the tube and how feeds are managed — weighted-stylet tubes suit facilities doing frequent placements, while dual-port designs make daily home or bedside feeding and dosing more convenient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a tube is in place, the right formula matters as much as the delivery method. Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/enteral-tube-feeding-formulas\"\u003eEnteral \u0026amp; Tube Feeding Formulas\u003c\/a\u003e for pediatric-appropriate nutrition, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/high-protein-tube-feeding-formulas\"\u003eHigh-Protein Tube Feeding Formulas\u003c\/a\u003e when caloric and protein density are priorities. For CO2 detection to help confirm tube placement, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/pedi-cap\"\u003ePedi-Cap\u003c\/a\u003e colorimetric detectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cardinal-health-pedi-tube-pediatric-nasogastric-feeding-tubes","title":"Cardinal Health Pedi-Tube Pediatric Nasogastric Feeding Tubes","description":"The Cardinal Health Pedi-Tube Nasogastric Feeding Tube is meticulously engineered for safe and effective enteral feeding in pediatric patients. Its 6 fr French size and 36\" length are tailored to the unique anatomical features of infants and young children, ensuring optimal nutrition delivery and patient comfort. The soft, radiopaque material provides comfort and allows for X-ray visualization, while the color-coded connector simplifies identification and connection to feeding devices. The open-ended distal tip facilitates easy insertion and medication administration. As a single-use product, the Pedi-Tube ensures sterility and infection prevention. This feeding tube is ideal for delivering nutritional support to patients with swallowing difficulties or digestive issues, administering medications and fluids, and decompressing the gastrointestinal tract. Its use improves patient nutrition, reduces the risk of complications, enhances patient comfort, saves time for healthcare providers, and is cost-effective. Trust Cardinal Health Pedi-Tube for reliable enteral feeding in pediatric patients, ensuring optimal nutritional support and patient well-being.","brand":"Pedi-Tube","offers":[{"title":"No \/ Each (1)","offer_id":53141882143036,"sku":"M117877","price":24.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Each (1)","offer_id":53141882175804,"sku":"M146329","price":29.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/3735\/5324\/files\/bd2fc4ec-5fbb-2813-a4b6-10223cdcf14e_m_9e7e0561-e7f3-480e-98c5-ca9593eefabe.jpg?v=1781861145"}],"url":"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/pedi-tube.oembed","provider":"Honest Medical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}