The FARRELL Valve Gastric Decompression System

Corpak Farrell Valve System Features

•  FARRELL Valve Gastric Decompression System reduces the threat of aspiration pneumonia 
• Eliminates the pain and discomfort associated with fluid and gas retention
• Decreases pressure on recent fundoplications and other surgical procedures
• Assists patients in reaching caloric goals
• Increased resolution on Farrell Bag volume readings 
• Improved monitoring of reflux material levels by caregivers
• Improved ambulatory use, fluid flow and control upon refeeding
• Bi-directional flow indicators inform users on fluid path
• Medical therapies or conditions that create gastric distention or bloating:
  - Gastroesophageal Reflux
  - Patients treated with CPAP
  - Aerophagic patients
  - Delayed gastric emptying
  - Neurologically impaired patients
  - Delayed Gastric Emptying Post Fundoplication
• First closed system for gastric fluid containment and simultaneous venting
• Contains and retains fluid until patient can tolerate fluid volume
• Prevents caregiver exposure to gastric contents
• Equalizes pressure between patient’s gastric system and the external environment
• Reduction of gas and fluid containment may allow patients to achieve caloric goals
• Increased resolution on Farrell Bag volume readings
• Roller Clamp
  • Improves fluid flow and control, upon refeeding Bi-directional
  • Indicators Inform users on fluid path

Farrell Instruction Guide
 

What to buy with FARREL Decompression System

• Applied Medical Tech AMT Clamp Device
• Dale ACE Connector
• Abbott Ensure Clear Therapeutic Nutritional Drink

Why This Product Stands Out

• Closed reservoir design allows safe venting of gas while retaining excess formula in farrell bags.
• Equilibrium Technology equalizes pressure between the stomach and external environment.
• Farrell valve bag provides continuous gastric decompression without fluid loss.
• Helps reduce aspiration risk, pain, bloating, and pressure after gastric surgeries.
• Precise graduation markings improve monitoring of reflux material and fluid levels.
• Bi-directional flow indicators clearly show fluid direction for safer use.
• Roller clamp enhances fluid flow control during refeeding.
• Compatible with ENFit feeding tubes for secure and reliable connections.

Instructions to use Farrell Valve

1. Hang FARRELL bag at the same height as the feeding bag/container
2. Close WHITE clamp above FARRELL “Y” port.
3. • a. Attach enteral administration set connector to “Y” port on FARRELL tubing.
   • b. Prime FARRELL tubing below the “Y” (3 ml).
   • c. Close BLUE clamp.
4. Attach FARRELL set connector to the feeding tube.
5. Important: Position the FARRELL “Y” port at or below the patient’s stomach
6. Open the BLUE clamp to establish flow, then open the WHITE clamp.

NOTE: Normal height of the formula in the FARRELL tubing will be slightly above the patient’s stomach level. The formula may continuously move up and down in the FARRELL tubing.

Use of Gastric Decompression System

Can be used with any type of ENFit Feeding Tube -

• NG/NI
• G
• PEG
• J
• G-J
• Low Profile Balloon G-Tubes

FARRELL Valve System FAQ's

1. What is the FARRELL Valve System used for?

System decompresses the stomach by releasing extra gas and collecting enteral formula or gastric contents in a closed system.

2. Who can benefit from using farrell bags?

Patients who have gastroesophageal reflux, delayed stomach emptying, gastric bloating, require post-fundoplication care, or use CPAP or enteral feeding tubes.

3. Can the farrell valve bag stop a patient’s formula from leaking out?

A yes. By having the formula in the closed reservoir, the farrell valve bag stores liquid until the patient is able to accept that volume.

4. Which feeding tubes work with the FARRELL Valve System?

The FARRELL Valve System works with ENFit NG and N I feeding tubes, G feeding tubes, PEG feeding tubes, J feeding tubes, G-J feeding tubes, and … all low profile balloon G feeding tubes.

5. In addition to reducing pressure and pain, how does CHC improve the comfort of patients when using enteral nutrition?

By reducing gas and fluid build-up in the intestines, the system improves the ability of patients to comfortably eat.