Delayed Gastric Perforation by Nasogastric Tube: A Case Report

Abstract

Nasogastric (NG) tube insertion is a common and routine procedure that is performed for various purposes. Gastric perforations caused by NG tubes are rare but potentially life-threatening. We report a rare case involving a delayed gastric perforation caused by an NG tube in an adult with end-stage heart failure.

Keywords

• nasogastric tube
• gastric perforation
• heart failure