First, there is a leaking feeding tube. This is where formula or stomach contents leak out of the device itself. Most commonly, stoma leakage will occur if the stoma length of the tube is too long.
Securing a leaking peg feeding tube. This case study looks at the use of eakin Wound Pouch to secure a leaking feeding tube.
By Delysia Tennant RN STN . In general, a small amount of leakage of secretions from the stoma is considered normal. G- tube pads or gauze may also be used to absorb secretions. Secretions may be increased in children with separate J - tube sites. If leakage is severe or skin irritation is occurring, consult your doctor or a wound care nurse. Place a clean gauze dressing over the stoma (hole) to prevent stomach contents leaking onto your skin or clothes.
Feeding jejunostomy tubes (FJT) in patients undergoing resection of.
BACKGROUND: The management of jejunostomy and gastrostomy tubes that are not well stabilized and leak effluent around the . This article will discuss how replace a G-tube or J - tube. Leaking G-tube: There is no method to repair a leaking G-tube. When this type of tissue forms it is hard to get a tight fit between the tube and the skin.