Percutaneous conversion of needle catheter jejunostomy to large bore jejunostomy for long term use

Surg Gynecol Obstet. 1991 Nov;173(5):397-8.

Abstract

An easy, percutaneous technique for conversion of a needle catheter jejunostomy to a large bore jejunal feeding tube is described. There were no complications encountered in seven patients.

MeSH terms

  • Ambulatory Care / methods
  • Catheters, Indwelling
  • Dilatation
  • Enteral Nutrition*
  • Humans
  • Jejunostomy / methods*
  • Long-Term Care / methods*