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Article
Radiologically inserted gastrostomy (RIG)
A radiologically inserted gastrostomy (RIG) is a procedure where a tube is inserted percutaneously into the stomach, principally to provide nutritional support for patients with swallowing disorders 1.
Indications
inadequate oral intake due to dysphagia (neurologic disorder, esophageal obstruc...
Article
Medical devices in the abdomen and pelvis
Medical devices in the abdomen and pelvis are important to be recognized, just like medical devices of the chest. We often ignore these devices, considering them to be incidental and non-pathological, however it is essential to be aware of potential complications.
Gastrointestinal devices
tube...
Article
Nasogastric tube positioning
Assessment of nasogastric (NG) tube positioning is a key competency of all doctors as unidentified malpositioning may have dire consequences, including death.
Radiographic features
Plain radiograph
A correctly placed nasogastric tube should 10:
descend in the midline, following the path of ...
Article
Buried bumper syndrome
Buried bumper syndrome is a rare but important complication in patients with a percutaneous gastrostomy (PEG) tube, occurring by migration of the internal bumper along its track. The tube may get lodged anywhere between the gastric wall and the skin and lead to life-threatening complications tha...
Article
Esophageal intubation
Esophageal intubation refers to the incorrect placement of an endotracheal tube in the esophagus. Within minutes its consequences can be catastrophic with the seriousness of its outcome depending largely on the timeliness of its diagnosis.
Epidemiology
Accidental esophageal intubation can happ...
Case
Double-lumen nasogastric-jejunal tube
Published
13 Oct 2017
94% complete
X-ray
Case
Buried bumper syndrome
Published
24 Jun 2022
92% complete
CT
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