Nasogastric tube (NGT) insertion in anesthetized and intubated patients remains a technically challenging procedure, with failure potentially leading to repeated attempts, increased procedural time ...

In the largest Nordic study to date concerning esophageal cancer surgery, the researchers found clear evidence that decompression with a nasogastric tube is associated with less serious complications.

For patients who are unable to take medication by mouth, the tablet may be dispersed in a dosing cup and administered via NG tube or G tube. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an ...