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radiologically inserted gastrostomy (RIG) tube

A feeding tube inserted directly into the stomach through the abdomen using x-rays or other scans. A radiologist does the procedure….

percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube

A feeding tube inserted directly into the stomach through the abdomen. A gastroenterologist does the procedure….

gastrostomy

An opening through the abdomen into the stomach. It is usually created to place a feeding tube.

peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)

A type of central venous access device that is inserted into a vein in the arm….

nasogastric (NG) tube

A plastic feeding tube that passes in through the nasal passageway and directly into the stomach….

central venous access device (CVAD)

A type of thin plastic tube inserted into a vein. The CVAD gives access to a vein so blood or chemotherapy can be given, and blood can be taken. Types of CVADs include central lines, Hickman lines, peripherally inserted central…

cannula

A plastic tube inserted into a narrow opening (usually a vein) so that fluids can be introduced or removed.

laryngoscopy

A procedure that allows the doctor to closely examine the larynx and pharynx using a tube inserted into your mouth and throat (laryngoscope).

endoscope

A tube with a camera and a light on it that can be inserted into different cavities in the body for a close examination. They are often named after the part of the body they are designed to examine, such…

bronchoscopy

An internal examination of the airways using a tube called a bronchoscope that is inserted into the mouth, throat and lungs.