Cervical pharyngostomy.
The technique of cervical pharyngostomy is presented as a safe alternative procedure to the nasogastric tube for patients requiring prolonged periods of gastrointestinal decompression or tube feeding. The results in 21 cases are described. The complication rate is low and the use of cervical pharyngostomy is therefore justified in that it reduces patient discomfort and makes treatment more efficient.
D004750:Enteral Nutrition / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D001239:Inhalation; D008722:Methods; D010614:Pharynx / Q000601:surgery*