A new percutaneous insertion technique for esophageal feeding tubes in cats is presented. The technique has been successfully applied in 12 feline patients. The placement technique is relatively simple, takes approximately five minutes to perform, and requires a scalpel blade, a curved hemostat, and an applicator for the insertion of the feeding tube. In contrast to other esophageal tube placement techniques, the tube is inserted into the definitive aboral position in a one-step procedure. Because of its shoehorn shape, the applicator allows the tube to be inserted into the esophagus safely and precisely. Placement of the tube in the midcervical area does not interfere with the function of the pharynx and avoids having the animal irritated by the presence of the tube. The chosen diameter of the tube is large enough to permit feeding of diluted, blended, commercial canned food. For the patients of this study, feeding was started after recovery from anesthesia, and tubes were removed without complications once the animals had started to eat voluntarily.
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March 01 2001
A new technique for insertion of esophagostomy tubes in cats
J Am Anim Hosp Assoc (2001) 37 (2): 140–144.
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CJ von Werthern, G Wess; A new technique for insertion of esophagostomy tubes in cats. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc 1 March 2001; 37 (2): 140–144. doi: https://doi.org/10.5326/15473317-37-2-140
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