Pneumothorax following feeding tube placement: precaution and treatment.
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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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عنوان ژورنال:
- Acta medica Iranica
دوره 50 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012