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.

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Published inSurgery, gynecology & obstetrics Vol. 158; no. 6; p. 584
Main Author Redo, S F
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.06.1984
Subjects
Catheters, Indwelling
Humans
Infant, Newborn
Infant, Premature, Diseases - therapy
Intestinal Obstruction - therapy
Intubation, Gastrointestinal - instrumentation
Intubation, Gastrointestinal - methods
Jejunum - surgery
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Summary: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.
ISSN:0039-6087