Pneumothorax Complicating Enteral Feeding Tube Placement

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Abstract
Two cases are presented of pneumothorax complicating enteral feeding tube insertion. A previous report describing three similar cases is noted. Neurologically impaired patients appear to be particularly at risk for this complication, which may be encouraged by use of a guidewire during tube insertion. It is suggested that enteral feeding tubes in neurologically impaired patients be inserted under fluoroscopic guidance using a tube specifically designed for this purpose. (Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition 9:210-211, 1985)