Intestinal decompression tube for neonates.
A modification of the Baker jejunostomy catheter for use as an intestinal decompression tube for neonates is described. This has been used safely and effectively in the management of obstructive problems of the intestinal tract of diverse cause in full term and premature infants.
D002408:Catheters, Indwelling; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000628:therapy*; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D007583:Jejunum / Q000601:surgery; D013997:Time Factors