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Nutrients, either a special liquid formula or pureed food, are delivered to a patient through a tube directly into the gastrointestinal tract, usually into the stomach or small intestine.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoA tube passed into the stomach for feeding is called a Gastric feeding tube or "G-tube",
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∙ 11y agoA gastrostomy or a Jejunostomy tube depending on the site of placement
A naso gastic or naso jejunal tube.
Also, a PEG (Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) tube.
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∙ 13y agoenteral feeding. Gastrostomy tube
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∙ 14y agoGavage
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What is the medical term meaning process of feeding through a naso-gastric tube into the stomach?
The medical term for feeding through a naso-gastric tube into the stomach is "nasogastric feeding" or "enteral feeding." This method is often used when a patient is unable to eat or drink normally.
What is the medical term meaning surgical placement of a feeding tube from the exterior of the body into the stomach?
The medical term for surgical placement of a feeding tube from the exterior of the body into the stomach is "gastrostomy."
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The medical term for the inner diameter of a tube is "lumen."
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salpingian
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What is the medical term meaning tube that draws off urine?
Urethra
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salpingectomy
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thoracostomy or CTI
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