546 devices · GMDN 47656
A gastrojejunostomy tube is a flexible, hollow tube placed through the abdominal wall into the stomach and then advanced into the jejunum to provide long-term feeding, drainage, or medication delivery for patients unable to eat orally. It is typically used for individuals with severe swallowing disorders, neurological conditions, or congenital disabilities that prevent normal feeding.
These devices are generally classified as single-use and may require endoscopic or radiographic guidance for proper placement. Regulation varies by jurisdiction, but they are typically subject to medical device standards ensuring safety, sterility, and performance for enteral nutrition or decompression purposes.
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