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Nasoenteric tube complications.

S Prabhakaran1, V A Doraiswamy, V Nagaraja

  • 1University of North Dakota, Fargo, ND, USA.

Scandinavian Journal of Surgery : SJS : Official Organ for the Finnish Surgical Society and the Scandinavian Surgical Society
|September 13, 2012
PubMed
Summary
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Nasoenteric tubes (NETs) are common medical devices with many uses, but they can cause serious complications. Vigilance and safety protocols are crucial for managing these risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Devices
  • Patient Safety
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Nasoenteric tubes (NETs) are widely used in clinical practice for various gastrointestinal indications.
  • Their placement, function, and maintenance are often overlooked, despite potential risks.
  • NETs serve critical roles in decompression, feeding, medication delivery, and drainage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review complications associated with nasoenteric tubes (NETs).
  • To emphasize the importance of clinical vigilance and safety protocols in NET management.
  • To discuss associated topics relevant to NET use.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of NET-related complications.
  • Analysis of common and serious adverse events.
  • Discussion of monitoring and patient safety strategies.

Main Results:

  • NETs are associated with frequent, often subtle, morbidities.
  • Common complications include sinusitis, sore throat, and epistaxis.
  • Serious complications encompass perforation, pulmonary injury, aspiration, and intracranial placement.

Conclusions:

  • High index of suspicion and robust safety protocols are essential for NET management.
  • Frequent monitoring and re-evaluation of NET necessity are prudent.
  • Addressing NET-related complications improves patient outcomes and safety.