Presentation
Chest X-ray for NG tube position.
Patient Data
Age: 90 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Misplaced nasogastric tube
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The NG tube deviates to the right at the level of the carina and the tip is seen projected over the right hemidiaphragm, likely in the right lower lobe of the lung. It must be removed immediately.