Kendall Kangaroo Purple PVC Neonatal/Pediatric Enteral Feeding Tube, with ENFit Connection, 8Fr OD, 16

What is 68460604E-Case Kendall Kangaroo Purple PVC Neonatal/Pediatric Enteral Feeding Tube, with ENFit Connection, 8Fr OD, 16?

The 68460604E-Case Kendall Kangaroo Purple PVC Neonatal/Pediatric Enteral Feeding Tube is a single-use medical device engineered for safe and reliable enteral nutrition delivery in infants and children. Constructed from flexible PVC and color-coded purple for easy identification, this 8Fr (2.7 mm) outer diameter tube measures 16 inches (41 cm) in length, making it suitable for neonatal and pediatric clinical applications. It features an ENFit connector to prevent misconnections with non-enteral devices, enhancing patient safety during feeding or medication administration.

Key features

• ENFit Connection — Ensures compatibility with ENFit-compatible feeding systems and reduces risk of misconnection.
• 8Fr OD Size — Optimized for small patients with narrow feeding pathways, minimizing discomfort.
• 16-inch Length — Designed for standard neonatal and pediatric nasogastric or gastrostomy placement.
• Purple PVC Tubing — Color-coded for quick identification and made from medical-grade PVC for flexibility.
• Single-Use Design — Promotes infection control and consistent performance.
• Smooth Tip — Aids in comfortable insertion and reduces mucosal trauma.
• Clear Graduations — Enables accurate placement verification and measurement.

Who is 68460604E-Case Kendall Kangaroo Purple PVC Neonatal/Pediatric Enteral Feeding Tube, with ENFit Connection, 8Fr OD, 16 for?

This feeding tube is intended for healthcare providers, hospitals, and home care settings managing infants and children who require enteral nutrition due to prematurity, dysphagia, or medical conditions affecting oral intake. It is ideal for use in NICUs, pediatric wards, and long-term care environments where patient safety and feeding accuracy are critical. Parents and caregivers managing home enteral therapy under medical guidance can also use this device with proper training.

How does 68460604E-Case Kendall Kangaroo Purple PVC Neonatal/Pediatric Enteral Feeding Tube, with ENFit Connection, 8Fr OD, 16 compare?

Compared to standard polypropylene or non-ENFit feeding tubes, this model offers enhanced safety through its ENFit-compatible design, reducing the risk of accidental misconnections with IV or respiratory lines. Its purple PVC material provides greater flexibility than rigid alternatives, improving patient comfort during extended use. While similar in size and length to other pediatric feeding tubes, the inclusion of clear depth markings and a smooth insertion tip supports more accurate and gentle placement. It is comparable in cost to other branded ENFit pediatric tubes but offers reliable performance at a competitive price point of $3.62 per unit.