migration of the tube outside of the stomach, perforation of the trachea, esophagus, or stomach, and aspiration of the feeding into the lungs. [1] Because of these potential adverse events ...

and handling of the feeding tube and feeding apparatus. A study of duodenal aspirates obtained during the placement of gastric tubes demonstrated that colonization increased with age and that ...

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

It’s not as if he’s asking for much. All he needs is a PEG, a feeding tube that is inserted directly into the stomach, a simple procedure that will greatly improve his life. It will cost the Health ...

A Tarrant County mom was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly abusing her daughter by falsely claiming she had medical ...

Inserting this device would be similar to the procedure used to place a feeding tube into a patient's stomach, which is commonly done for people who are unable to eat or drink. "If people ...

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Inserting this device would be similar to the procedure used to place a feeding tube into a patient's stomach, which is commonly done for people who are unable to eat or drink. "If people ...

A Texas mother has been charged with nine felony counts related to the medical abuse of her 15-year-old daugther, and ...

A family member had stomach cancer when he was 70 and had his stomach removed. He consulted with a dietician and has been able to eat small but frequent meals and take enzymes, vitamins, and other ...