
J Tube (Jejunostomy): What It Is, Placement & Complications
A J tube (jejunostomy tube) is a feeding tube that a healthcare provider places in the midsection of your small intestine (jejunum). It’s a long-term feeding tube that you can use at home.
Jejunostomy feeding tube : MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
Oct 30, 2024 · A jejunostomy tube (J-tube) is a soft, plastic tube placed through the skin of the abdomen into the midsection of the small intestine. The tube delivers food and medicine until …
A jejunostomy tube (J tube) is a feeding tube placed in the jejunum (part of the small intestine) and exits the skin through a small incision in the abdomen. This tube can provide either total or …
Feeding Jejunostomy Tube (J-tube) - MD Searchlight
A feeding jejunostomy tube is a medical device inserted into the small intestine through the abdomen to provide nutrition directly to the digestive system when oral feeding is not possible.
Discharge Instructions: Caring for Your Jejunostomy Tube (J-Tube)
Here's what you need to know to care for your J-tube at home. You have been discharged with a feeding tube called a jejunostomy tube (J-tube or jejunal tube). The J-tube was put through …
Jejunostomy Tube (J Tube) - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
A jejunostomy tube, also called a J-tube, is a surgically placed directly into your child's small intestine to help with nutrition and growth. The tube is usually a red rubber tube that is stitched …
Placement of G Tube, J Tube & GJ Tube - Together by St. Jude™
A feeding tube (G tube, GJ tube, or J tube) may be surgically placed in the stomach or intestine. Learn about gastrostomy, gastro-jejunostomy, and jejunostomy.
This handout explains how to care for a jejunostomy feeding tube, also called a J-tube.
Jejunostomy tube (J-tube) feeding: Using a pump - YouTube
This video will help you learn how to care for your J-tube and give yourself feedings using a pump.
Formula is placed in a feeding container and pumped through the J-tube into your body. The pump delivers slow continuous feeding because the small intestine cannot hold as much …