Feeding Tubes: Types and Uses
A feeding tube has uses beyond ensuring that someone with dysphagia (who cannot chew or swallow) is fed. The most common uses of a feeding tube include: Providing nutrition : Food, in liquid form, can be given through a feeding tube. Tube feeding, or enteral nutrition, allows for needed carbohydrates, protein, and fats to support the body.
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