Differences Between Nasogastric and Orogastric Tube

Differences Between Nasogastric and Orogastric Tube

Both nasogastric and orogastric tubes are small, thin, soft, flexible tubes that are place through the nose or mouth respectively, down the back of the throat, through the esophagus, and ending with the tip in the stomach. The nasogastric tube is inserted into the nose past the nasopharynx and down the oesophagus into the stomach … Read more

Orogastric (OG) tube: Types, Uses, Insertion Method

Orogastric (OG) tubeTypes, Uses, Insertion Method

Orogastric tube is placed to decompress the stomach. It is used when there are high volumes of air or fluid in the stomach, limiting the compression of the chest compressions by inhibiting the return of venous blood to the thorax. High level of volume of air or fluid in the stomach also reduce the ability … Read more