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Area of Science:

  • Medical Devices
  • Patient Safety
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Intrapulmonary feeding tube placements during electromagnetic placement device (EMPD) use remain a concern.
  • These events pose significant risks to patient well-being.

Conclusions:

  • User error necessitates empirical data for EMPD operator credentialing and training.
  • Further research on anatomical variations and device interference is crucial.
  • Follow-up radiographs are recommended for accurate identification of intrapulmonary placements.