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A novel method for replacement of a blocked fine bore nasogastric tube

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  31 May 2006

C. Panagamuwa ,
S. Gane  and
D. Hajioff
C. Panagamuwa
Affiliation:
Departments of Otolaryngology, Royal National Throat Nose and Ear Hospital, London, UK.
S. Gane
Affiliation:
Departments of Otolaryngology, Royal National Throat Nose and Ear Hospital, London, UK.
D. Hajioff
Affiliation:
Departments of Otolaryngology, Royal Free Hospital, London, UK.
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Abstract

Nasogastric intubation is often difficult in patients with upper aero-digestive tract tumours. We present a new method for replacing obstructed fine-bore nasogastric tubes. This method eliminates the need for specialized equipment and skills, minimizes the risk of tracheal intubation and oesophageal trauma, and is better tolerated by patients.

Keywords

DeglutitionIntubation Gastrointestinal
Type
Other
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 117 , Issue 11 , November 2003 , pp. 883 - 884
Copyright
© Royal Society of Medicine Press Limited 2003

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