Table 2 Indication for Insertion of NG Feeding Tube
From: Use of gel caps to aid endoscopic insertion of nasogastric feeding tubes: a comparative audit
Indication | Without Cap (Group A) | With Cap (Group B) |
|---|---|---|
Laryngeal cancer. Aspiration pre op | 5 | 5 |
Laryngeal cancer. Aspiration post op | 5 | 5 |
Tumour of tongue base | 1 | 1 |
Cachectic pre treatment | 1 | 2 |
Dysphagia post radiotherapy | 1 | - |
Nasopharyngeal cancer | 3 | 1 |
Tongue swelling post photodynamic therapy for tongue tumour | - | 2 |
Other | 1 | 2 |