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Complications of a Feeding Tube

Complications Associated with Feeding Tube

As with any new diet regimen, it's possible for complications to happen. However, this is uncommon.

Possible complications associated a feeding tube include:

  • Constipation
  • Dehydration
  • Diarrhea
  • Skin Issues (around the site of your tube)
  • Unintentional tears in your intestines (perforation)
  • Infection in your abdomen (peritonitis)
  • Problems with the feeding tube such as blockages (obstruction) and involuntary movement (displacement)

As a high volume center, we offer a depth of experience using feeding tube therapy to manage a range of complex gastrointestinal disorders. This helps you avoid complications.

GI Nutrition Services

Offering a range of advanced therapies, our experts help patients with gastrointestinal disorders optimize nutrition and improve their quality of life.
Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
420 Broadway Street, Pavilion D, 2nd Floor
Redwood City, CA 94063
Phone: 650-736-5555
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