Gastrostomy Tube (18 FRENCH)
A gastrostomy tube (also called a G-tube) is a tube inserted through the belly that brings nutrition directly to the stomach. It's one of the ways doctors can make sure kids who have trouble eating get the fluid and calories they need. A surgeon puts in a G-tube during a short procedure called a gastrostomy.A gastrostomy tube is a tube which may resemble a catheter or a button (with a detachable extension). Both types of tube have a balloon on the tip which keeps them in the correct area and both are therefore suitable for long-term use.In most cases, you will be given an injection of glucagon hydrochloride, which temporarily paralyses the muscles in your stomach. Then, air will be entered through the nasogastric tube and into your stomach. The interventional radiologist will perform a fluoroscopy of the stomach to determine the exact puncture site, which is usually over the middle part of the stomach. In some cases, such as if part of your colon or liver is in front of your stomach, the gastric procedure may be carried out using CT.The interventional radiologist will then perform a gastropexy, which is the fixation of the anterior gastric wall to abdominal wall, and here at least three anchors (T-fasteners) will be used to make a triangle on the abdominal wall. The interventional radiologist will use a small needle to puncture your stomach in the centre of the triangle.The interventional radiologist will confirm the position of the needle tip within your stomach by injecting air or a contrast substance. They will then use the needle to position a guidewire inside your stomach.Key Features18 FRENCHGastrostomy TubeA replacement or primary gastrostomy TubeContains: Ross magna-port gastrostomy Tube (18Fr), water soluble lubricantEx only
