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A Replogle tube is used to continuously drain saliva from the upper oesophageal pouch and is positioned 0.5-1cm above the end of the oesophageal pouch. Adequate drainage of the upper oesophageal pouch is essential to prevent saliva spilling over into the trachea resulting in aspiration.
A Replogle tube is a 10-Fr orogastric or nasogastric tube used to decompress the stomach, prevent gaseous distention of the bowel, and aid in preventing emesis and aspiration in newborns, especially during medical procedures.
A Replogle tube is a medical device used in the treatment of babies with esophageal atresia or other blockages of the gastro intestinal tract. It is a double-lumen tube which is inserted through the baby's nostril or mouth into the stomach (or blind-end pouch).
Only use small-bore feeding tubes to provide feeds. Obtain a provider order specifying oral or nasal route for insertion, reinsertion, and removal of a decompression drainage tube. Orally inserted tubes are preferred for neonates and infants because they are obligate nose breathers.
20 Μαρ 2023 · Nasogastric tubes are indicated for the following reasons: Treatment of ileus or bowel obstruction – Gastrointestinal decompression using nasogastric tubes is important for the treatment of patients with bowel obstruction or prolonged ileus.
tinal (GI) access can be used for decompression in cases of enteral obstruction. Temporary access can be achieved with a nasogastric (NG), oral gastric (OG), nasojejunal (NJ), or oral jejunal (OJ) feeding tube. These tubes can be placed “blindly” at the bedside, with the use of image guidance (eg, fluoros-
If a Replogle, which has been in for more than 24 hours needs to be repositioned farther down into the esophagus or stomach, the tube should be removed and replaced with a new Replogle tube which can then be measured and safely inserted into the proper position.
