Presentation
Check position NGT
Patient Data
Age: 60
Gender: Male
From the case:
Traumatic nasogastric tube insertion
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Initial radiograph demonstrates malpositioned NGT - right main bronchus, right lower zone laterally outside the field of view.
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Subsequent radiograph demonstrates satisfactory NGT within stomach, however a right sided pneumothorax has developed (the pneumothorax is visible on supine projection [right upper zone lung-air interface]; a deep sulcus sign is also suggested).
From the case:
Traumatic nasogastric tube insertion
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CT confirms a moderately large right pneumothorax. No pneumomediastinum.
Case Discussion
Pneumothorax complicating NGT insertion.
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