Nasogastric Tube Insertion Using Different Techniques in Anesthetized Patients: A Prospective, Randomized Study

Abstract

The success rate of NG tube insertion can be increased by using a ureteral guidewire as stylet, a slit endotracheal tube as an introducer, or head flexion with lateral neck pressure. Head flexion with lateral neck pressure is the easiest technique that has a high success rate and fewest complications.