The tube actually only goes from the nose to the esophagus. Using some topical anesthetic, an NG tube can be placed in a cat that is awake and is secured with sutures or surgical staples.

Fischer, who placed Franny's tube, says pets tend to tolerate esophageal tubes well. They can be placed quickly and easily and used immediately for as long as necessary, and they are easily removable.

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This process is known as nasogastric (NG) intubation. During NG intubation, your doctor or nurse will insert a thin plastic tube through your nostril, down your esophagus, and into your stomach.

But doctors had no other choice. Doctors also diagnosed Biggie with fatty liver syndrome and placed an esophageal feeding tube in him to ensure he gets enough calories to recover from the syndrome.

Nasogastric Tube (NG): An NG tube passes through the nose, down the throat and esophagus and ends in the stomach. Sometimes the doctor will decide that it’s safer to give nutrition past the stomach, ...