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Jejunostomy Tube
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A jejunostomy tube is a tube inserted through the abdominal wall into the jejunum, which is part of the small intestine. It is used to provide nutrition and medication to patients who are unable to take food orally.
Key Features
- Placement through the abdominal wall
- Direct access to the jejunum
- Used for enteral nutrition and medication delivery
Pros
- Provides a way to deliver nutrition and medication to patients who cannot eat or drink orally
- Minimally invasive procedure compared to other feeding methods
Cons
- Requires regular maintenance and monitoring for potential complications
- Risk of infection at insertion site