What is a PEG tube? A special case is the JET-PEG tube (jejunal tube through PEG) or PEJ (percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy), which ends inside the first part of the small intestine (jejunum). It is used when the stomach outlet is blocked. When is a PEG performed? Constrictions (stenoses) in the throat, nose and ear area … Artificial nutrition with the PEG tube
Introduction – What is parenteral nutrition? Parenteral nutrition is the administration of a nutritional solution by infusion. All the necessary nutrients are fed directly into the vein. This bypasses the digestive tract, i.e. the stomach and intestines. A further distinction is made between total parenteral nutrition (TPE), in which all nutrition is administered intravenously, and … Parenteral nutrition
What are the alternatives? Alternatives to parenteral nutrition are, if possible, enteral or oral nutrition. These two forms of nutrition are always preferable to parenteral nutrition. Enteral nutrition is nutrition via a stomach tube. It has the advantage that it is easier to administer. In addition, it stimulates intestinal activity and prevents a decrease in … What are the alternatives? | Parenteral nutrition
Costs of parenteral nutrition The cost of parenteral nutrition varies greatly depending on the manufacturer and composition of the nutritional solution. The daily costs for total parenteral nutrition can be between 100-500€. If parenteral nutrition is administered during an inpatient hospital stay, the costs are covered by the health insurance company. If the artificial feeding … Costs of parenteral nutrition | Parenteral nutrition
