… We found that among 54 NGT-fed patients, only 16 (30%) had no problems attributable to
tube feeding within two weeks and only 19 (35%) were complication free in the period after two …

… Generally, there are three indications for enteral nutrition. The … have little advantage for
reducing complications or improving … most serious pulmonary complication of tube feedings. As …

… benefits and widespread use of enteral tube feeding, some patients experience complications.
… Indications for this device are usually peristomal problems and/or the patient’s wish to be …

… of the indications for and advantages of PEG tube placement in … of PEG tubes will also be
explained and risks and potential … on the benefits and risks of tube feeding and medications …

… there is a specific indication for small bowel feeding. These indications include patients with
… EN through the use of enteral feeding tubes has proven benefits to both the acutely critically …

… late complications that may occur. Multiple factors should be considered in the decision-making
process for feeding tube … and goals and to discuss the risks and benefits ahead of time. …

… tube feeding-related aspiration occurs, the PEG may be modified by using a jejunal extension
tube… controversial given that PEG feeding may have benefits in providing nutrients that will …

… indications and contraindications for different types of tubes … -described potential benefits,
numerous complications have … confirming tube position by x-ray before starting a tube feeding, …

… Feeding practices and possible problems were then assessed daily. Data were collected on
the reason for feeding, the type of tube … has changed products and benefits. This is the first …

… The intention of informed consent is to enhance the patient’s care by giving the patient
complete information on the benefits and burdens of tube feeding before PEG insertion. …