An MCT emulsion (e.g. Liquigen) can also be added to the feed, grading up to 4% of formula volume; for example, 420 kJ MCT-containing feed + 4% MCT emulsion = 490 kJ/100 mL. It is then important ...

Getting a feeding tube before substantial weight loss may change the disease course and lengthen life with ALS, a study reports.

The performance of a full diagnostic upper endoscopy is imperative before PEG tube placement. Wolfsen and colleagues [10] found that 36% of patients scheduled for PEG tube placement had endoscopic ...