Feeding Tube

A feeding tube is a medical device utilized to provide nutrition to individuals who cannot eat or drink through traditional means. It may be required for various reasons such as difficulty swallowing or eating disorders. Temporary tubes are inserted through the nose (nasogastric or NG tube) or mouth (orogastric or OG tube), while permanent ones are surgically placed into the stomach (gastric or G tube) or small intestine (jejunostomy or J tube) for long-term enteral nutrition support.

Feeding Tube Types:

Feeding tubes are used across various age groups based on the specific needs of individuals. The type of tube chosen depends on the reason for its use and the anticipated duration. They are categorized by their placement and the type of hardware involved in their use.

Types of feeding tubes...