Gastric suction is a procedure that empties the contents of the stomach. It may be done for tests, or to remove materials such as poisons.
Alternative NamesGastric lavage; Stomach pumping; Nasogastric tube suction
How the test is performedA tube is inserted through the nose or mouth, down the food pipe (esophagus), and into the stomach. Sometimes you may get a numbing medicine to reduce irritation and gagging as the tube is being inserted.
Stomach contents can be removed using suction right away, or after spraying water through the tube.
How to prepare for the testIn an emergency, such as when a patient has swallowed poison or is vomiting blood, no preparation is needed for gastric suction. When it is done for testing, your doctor may ask you not to eat overnight, or to stop taking certain medications.
How the test will feelYou may feel a gagging sensation as the tube is passed.
Why the test is performedThis test may be performed for several different reasons, including:
There is a very small risk of the tube being accidentally placed into the airway instead of the esophagus.
Other small risks include the following:
Greene S, Harris C, Singer J. Gastrointestinal decontamination of the poisoned patient. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2008;24:176-178.
Gastric suction is a procedure to empty the contents of your stomach.
Alternative NamesGastric lavage; Stomach pumping; Nasogastric tube suction
How the test is performedA tube is inserted through the nose or mouth, down the food pipe (esophagus), and into the stomach. Sometimes you may be given a numbing medicine to reduce irritation and gagging caused by the tube.
Stomach contents can be removed using suction right away or after spraying water through the tube.
How to prepare for the testIn an emergency, such as when a patient has swallowed poison or is vomiting blood, no preparation is needed for gastric suction.
If gastric suction is being done for testing, your doctor may ask you not to eat overnight or to stop taking certain medications.
How the test will feelYou may feel a gagging sensation as the tube is passed.
Why the test is performedThis test may be done to:
Risks may include:
Greene S, Harris C, Singer J. Gastrointestinal decontamination of the poisoned patient. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2008;24:176-178.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 11/01/2010
Todd Eisner, MD, Private practice specializing in Gastroenterology, Boca Raton, FL. Clinical Instructor, Florida Atlantic University School of Medicine. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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