Tag: Gastrostomy button

Over 250,000 hospitalized patients in the U.S. use enteral nutrition each year, often via a gastrostomy tube. A prominent example of a gastrostomy tube is the Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy, or PEG tube, which is a flexible feeding tube inserted directly into the stomach through the abdominal wall.

According to manufacturers and medical institutions, the MIC-KEY® is a brand name for a low-profile gastrostomy tube, often called a "button," that offers a discreet and comfortable option for long-term enteral feeding. A Mickey G tube is inserted through the abdominal wall directly into the stomach, providing a reliable way to deliver nutrition, fluids, and medication when oral intake is compromised. This guide covers everything from its function and benefits to essential care and management.