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Transpyloric Feeding Tube Placement Using Electromagnetic Placement Device in Children.
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Nasojejunal feeding tubes are being used at an increased frequency, but it is not without complications that could be life-threatening. We report two cases of pneumothorax following small-bore feeding tube insertion into the pleural cavity, resulting in pneumothorax. We further discuss the potential measures that can be taken to prevent and treat this serious complication.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Nutrition in Clinical Practice
سال: 2004
ISSN: 0884-5336,1941-2452
DOI: 10.1177/0115426504019005487