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Accidental intrapulmonary Clinifeed.

P B Harvey, P T Bull, D L Harris

    Anaesthesia
    |May 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    A nasogastric tube was mistakenly placed in the airway, causing respiratory failure. Prompt recognition and the bland formula contributed to a successful outcome, highlighting the need for imaging confirmation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Case Reports
    • Gastroenterology
    • Pulmonology

    Background:

    • Nasogastric tube placement is a common procedure for nutritional support.
    • Accidental bronchial intubation can lead to severe respiratory complications.

    Observation:

    • A case involving a narrow bone nasogastric tube inadvertently inserted into the bronchial tree is presented.
    • Nutritional feeding was initiated prior to the malposition being identified, leading to acute respiratory failure.

    Findings:

    • The patient developed acute respiratory failure due to the misplaced nasogastric tube.
    • The bland nature of the Clinifeed formula is suggested as a factor in the successful management and recovery.

    Implications:

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  • This case underscores the critical importance of radiological confirmation for nasogastric tube placement before initiating feeding.
  • Ensuring correct tube positioning is vital to prevent potentially life-threatening complications such as aspiration and respiratory distress.