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The feeding pharyngostomy: an alternative approach to enteral feeding

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

D. G. John*
Affiliation:
Swansea
C. P. Fielder
Affiliation:
Swansea
*
Mr D. G. John, Senior Registrar, Department of ENT Surgery, Singleton Hospital, Sketty, Swansea SA2 8QA.

Abstract

We present a six-year retrospective review of feeding pharyngostomies as performed in this department. The indications, technique and complications of this procedure are discussed.

Type
Main Articles
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1991

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