A case of nasogastric tube perforation of the nasopharynx causing a fatal mediastinal complication

Ohad Ronen; Nechama Uri

A case of nasogastric tube perforation of the nasopharynx causing a fatal mediastinal complication

Ohad Ronen, Nechama Uri

Technion-Israel Institute of Technology

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Abstract

Iatrogenic nasopharyngeal perforations secondary to improper nasogastric tube insertion probably occur more frequently than has been reported. Our review of the literature found very few cases. We report the case of a 79-year-old woman who died of mediastinal complications following the improper insertion of a nasogastric tube that resulted in a nasopharyngeal perforation. We also review the proper technique for inserting these tubes.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	E17
Journal	Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Volume	88
Issue number	9
State	Published - Sep 2009
Externally published	Yes

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A case of nasogastric tube perforation of the nasopharynx causing a fatal mediastinal complication

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