Pitfalls of gastric intubation in premature infants.
Gastric intubation, by oral or nasal route is an essential procedure in the management of premature infants, for gastric aspiration and for feeding. Oesophageal perforation is a rare but important complication of this commonly performed procedure. An illustrative case is presented. Difficulty passing a tube into the stomach is the first clue to the diagnosis. Understanding the evolution of clinical signs and recognizing the radiological changes facilitates an early diagnosis, thereby enabling successful non-operative management.
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Department of Paediatric Surgery, Bristol Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Bristol, United Kingdom.
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D003287:Contrast Media; D004939:Esophageal Perforation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011859:Radiography; D006113:United Kingdom
D003287:Contrast Media