What is a Mickey G Tube? The Complete Guide to the Low-Profile Gastrostomy Button
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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.