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A technique for positioning nasoenteral feeding tubes.
JPEN. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
|March 1, 1987
Summary
Nasoenteral feeding tubes are common in neurologically depressed patients but risk malplacement. This study highlights morbidity and mortality from misplaced tubes and proposes a protocol to reduce feeding tube malplacement incidence.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Patient Safety
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Nasoenteral alimentation is frequently used in neurologically impaired patients.
- These patients face a higher risk of feeding tube malplacement.
- Feeding tube malposition in debilitated patients leads to significant morbidity and mortality.