How is a Jejunostomy Tube Inserted? Understanding the Procedure
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An estimated 90% of patients receiving enteral nutrition do so through a gastrostomy or jejunostomy tube. A jejunostomy tube, or J-tube, provides essential enteral nutrition when feeding into the stomach is not possible, and understanding **how is a jejunostomy tube inserted** is crucial for patients and their caregivers. The insertion is a medical procedure involving several possible techniques, each tailored to the patient's specific needs.
