Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Low-profile feeding tube used for nutrition in two dogs
By Bright, R M et al.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1995·Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Use of a low-profile gastrostomy device for administering nutrients in two dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Two dogs needed help getting enough nutrition due to health issues, so veterinarians used a special low-profile feeding device instead of the usual feeding tubes. This new device is easier to care for and less likely to be chewed on or accidentally pulled out by the dogs. Both dogs tolerated the device well, allowing them to receive the nutrients they needed without complications. This approach could be a good option for pets requiring long-term nutritional support.
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Abstract
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes are an excellent means of providing nutritional support via the enteral route. Most problems with PEG tubes are associated with their maintenance. A low-profile feeding device has been developed for use in human beings to replace standard PEG tubes in situations in which long-term nutritional support is necessary. We adapted a low-profile feeding device for use in 2 dogs. The device offered the advantage of being easier to maintain than standard PEG tubes. It appeared to have been well tolerated. Its low-profile design is likely to result in few problems resulting from an animal chewing on the device or from accidental dislodgment.
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