Esophageal gastric tube

What does "Esophageal gastric tube" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

An esophageal gastric tube is a medical device used to provide nutrition to patients who cannot eat by mouth. It is a flexible tube that is inserted through the nose or mouth, down the esophagus, and into the stomach. This allows doctors to deliver food and medicine directly into the stomach. It is often used for patients who have difficulty swallowing or are unable to eat due to illness or injury.

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