A nasogastric tubing fixation device for retaining a position of a nasogastric tube relative to a nasal cavity of a nose includes a band with a front side, a back side, and a peripheral edge that is attached to and extends between the front side and the back side. The band is flexible so the band can complement a curvature of the nose when the band is positioned on the nose. An adhesive coating covers the back side to releasably retain the band on the nose. A pair of straps coupled to the band engages the nasogastric tube. Each of the pair of straps comprises a first end attached to the peripheral edge, a second end distal to the first end, and a middle portion extending between the first end and the second end. The middle portion is flexible whereby the middle portion can bend upwardly toward the band.

The disclosed tube securement device attaches to the patient's body and to the tube, while allowing for a section of the tube to be detached from the tube securement device. The tube securement device comprises a backing with adhesive coated sections. The backing comprises a first end section, a second end section, and a midsection, separating the first end section from the second end section. The tube securement device further comprises a first adhesive on at least a portion of the first major surface of the first end section, a second adhesive on at least a portion of the first major surface of the second end section, and wherein the first major surface of the midsection is free of tacky adhesive.

The invention relates to systems for securing a tube (e.g. feeding tube) and/or a patient interface or a dermal patch to a user. One embodiment comprises a holder, an interface side of the holder attachable to the patient interface or the dermal patch for securing a feeding tube to the patient interface or the patch, the holder comprising at least a first channel or recess for receiving the feeding tube to couple the feeding tube to the patient interface. Another embodiment comprises a patient interface itself comprising a backing for positioning on a patient's face, a dermal patch having a patient side and an interface side, the patient side of the patch attachable to the user, the patch comprising at least a first flap portion attachable to the tube for affixing the tube to the patch, a two-part releasable connection arrangement for releasably securing the patient interface to the patch.

A medical tube securement system is disclosed, designed for securing nasally introduced medical tubes to patients. This system features a non-adhesive, non-invasive head-piece with a groove. Integrated within are a face strap and a backstay, both with grooves for tube placement. The face strap has a semi-tubular body, a cushion, and a nostril piece. The backstay is ring-shaped with a perimeter channel for tube accommodation. Enhanced grip is provided by the backstay's textured surface, and a unique tab ensures effective strap attachment.

A securement device for a system for securing a nasal tube is provided. The securement device includes a bridle having a body extending between a first end and a second end. The body has a lobed or star shape. The securement device further includes a magnetic connection portion disposed at the first end of the bridle. A system for securing a nasal tube can include a securement device as described above, and a retrieval probe. The retrieval probe can include a catheter extending between a proximal end and a distal end; and a magnetic tip disposed at the proximal end. The magnetic connection portion of the bridle and the magnetic tip of the retrieval probe can be configured to magnetically couple during a procedure for inserting the bridle in a nasal passageway of a patient.

A securement device for a system for securing a nasal tube is provided. The securement device includes a bridle having a body extending between a first end and a second end. The body has a lobed or star shape. The securement device further includes a magnetic connection portion disposed at the first end of the bridle. A system for securing a nasal tube can include a securement device as described above, and a retrieval probe. The retrieval probe can include a catheter extending between a proximal end and a distal end; and a magnetic tip disposed at the proximal end. The magnetic connection portion of the bridle and the magnetic tip of the retrieval probe can be configured to magnetically couple during a procedure for inserting the bridle in a nasal passageway of a patient.

A patient interface includes a first body that rests on a first portion of a patient's face, a second body that rests on a second portion of the patient's face, and a bridge linking the first and second bodies. The patient interface includes an attachment structure that couples with a complementary fixation structure positioned on the patient's face to secure the patient interface to the patient's face. The complementary fixation structure can be configured to assist in retaining a feeding tube in position relative to the patient's face or to the patient interface.

A transnasal transesophageal balloon catheter includes at least one compliant balloon attached to the external surface of the tubular body. An arrangement of structures extend away from the internal surface of the tubular body, and exposed probe guide surfaces on the structures form a lumen with a diameter of less than about 15 French (Fr) (5 mm) extending from the proximal end to the distal end of the tubular body and configured to slidably and rotatably receive the ultrasound probe. An arrangement of elongate fluid channels are interspersed with the structures. The fluid channels are in fluid communication with the lumen and transport a fluid between a fluid ingress port and a fluid egress port to at least partially inflate or deflate the balloon.

A patient interface includes a first body that rests on a first portion of a patient's face, a second body that rests on a second portion of the patient's face, and a bridge linking the first and second bodies. The patient interface includes an attachment structure that couples with a complementary fixation structure positioned on the patient's face to secure the patient interface to the patient's face. The complementary fixation structure can be configured to assist in retaining a feeding tube in position relative to the patient's face or to the patient interface.