Feeding tube placement is a critical procedure in the care of patients in intensive care units (ICUs), particularly for those who are unable to consume food orally. The techniques used for placing ...

Conclusion: Successful drug delivery through enteral feeding tubes requires consideration of the tube size and placement as well as careful selection and appropriate administration of drug dosage ...

Severe dysphagia significantly increases mortality risk after PEG, a new study finds. Patients with severe swallowing ...

Orogastric and nasogastric tubes are used for both decompression and feeding in the NICU. The placement and use of these tubes are one of the most frequent nursing procedures in the NICU.

Esophagostomy feeding tubes may be used to provide nutrition to animals with insufficient calorie intake. This column describes tube placement and use in the feline patient. Esophagostomy tubes ...

These recommended interventions include prescription of riluzole, early feeding tube placement and non-invasive ventilation. Using Medicare claims, the study reviewed 8,575 ALS cases between 2009 ...