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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Nutritional Support
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Long-term enteral nutrition is challenging in chronically ill, malnourished children.
  • Nasogastric or gastrostomy tubes may be inadequate for some patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the usefulness and complications of a novel surgical jejunostomy technique.
  • To assess a new type of replaceable jejunal feeding tube (RJFT) for pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective case series evaluating RJFT insertion in severely ill children.
  • RJFT connected to a guide thread exiting through a separate abdominal wall opening.
  • Assessment of effectiveness, complications, and weight gain.

Main Results:

  • RJFT enabled continuous enteral feeding and easy tube replacement.
  • Adequate weight gain was observed postoperatively.
  • Three surgical complications occurred, managed with reoperation.
  • Four children died due to underlying severe chronic disorders.

Conclusions:

  • RJFT is a viable option for enteral nutrition when nasogastric or gastrostomy feeding is impossible.
  • The technique facilitates easier tube management and supports nutritional rehabilitation.
  • Further studies with larger cohorts are needed to confirm safety and efficacy.