Insertion of a soft silastic nasogastric tube at operation for esophageal atresia: A new technical method

Y. Sweed, J. A. Bar-Maor, G. Shoshany

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Abstract

A new and simple technical method for insertion of a soft silastic nasogastric tube into the stomach in neonates born with esophageal atresia is described. The technique is simple, easy to perform, and enables feeding the baby through this tube a day after the operation. Our method is based on the principle used in insertion of Broviac-Hickman catheters, namely the use of a "peel-away sheath" through which the silastic feeding tube is threaded. We have used this technique in five patients with esophageal atresia without any complication.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)650-651
Number of pages2
JournalJournal of Pediatric Surgery
Volume27
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - May 1992
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Esophageal atresia

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