SB Tube Placement Treatment in Turkey
About SB Tube Placement
Key Highlights
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Provides direct access to the small intestine for nutrition or medication when oral feeding is not viable.Minimally invasive alternative to surgical jejunostomy, often performed endoscopically.Enables long-term enteral nutritional support for patients with complex GI disorders.Can help manage specific conditions like intestinal obstructions or high-output fistulas.Typically involves a shorter procedure time and recovery compared to open surgery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe gastroparesis or gastric outlet obstruction preventing stomach feeding.
- Intestinal motility disorders requiring post-pyloric feeding.
- Management of complex enterocutaneous or pancreatic fistulas.
- Need for long-term enteral nutrition due to conditions like Crohn's disease, short bowel syndrome, or cancer.
- Pre-operative nutritional optimization in severely malnourished patients.
- Administration of specific medications that require direct jejunal delivery.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation and review of patient history and imaging studies.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours prior to the procedure to ensure an empty stomach.
- Discussion and management of current medications, especially blood thinners, which may need to be temporarily stopped.
- Informed consent process detailing the procedure, goals, and potential risks.
- Intravenous (IV) line placement for sedation and fluid administration during the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Procedure-related risks: Perforation of the intestine, bleeding, or misplacement of the tube.
- Infection at the insertion site or within the abdomen (peritonitis).
- Tube-related issues: Dislodgement, blockage, leakage, or irritation at the exit site.
- Adverse reactions to sedation used during the endoscopic procedure.
- Potential for aspiration during the procedure.
- Long-term risks include intestinal ulceration or stricture formation at the tube site.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring in a recovery area until sedation wears off.
- Confirmation of tube placement via X-ray before initiating feeds.
- Instruction on proper tube care, flushing protocols, and recognizing signs of infection or dislodgement.
- Gradual initiation of enteral formula feeds as tolerated, often starting at a slow rate.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor nutritional status, tube function, and site health.
- Training for the patient or caregiver on managing the feeding pump and daily maintenance.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering sb tube placement in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for sb tube placement in Turkey include Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Trabzon, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform sb tube placement. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for sb tube placement compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for SB Tube Placement in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing sb tube placement.
Instabul, Turkey
117 Doctors
Pari Joshi, a 72-year-old retired school...
Pari Joshi, a 72-year-old retired school librarian, had been struggling with persistent nausea, early satiety, and unexplained weight loss for months. A lifelong vegetarian with a history of well-managed Type 2 diabetes, she found herself unable to enjoy meals with her family. Diagnostic imaging revealed a partial small bowel obstruction due to severe adhesions from a hysterectomy decades prior. Her gastroenterologist, Dr. Mehta, recommended an SB (Small Bowel) tube placement to decompress her bowel, relieve the obstruction, and allow her to eat again, avoiding major surgery. The procedure, done under mild sedation, was uncomfortable but quick. Pari felt immense relief from the bloating and nausea almost immediately as the tube began draining. Over the next five days in the hospital, with the tube in place, her bowel function slowly returned. She progressed from clear liquids to soft foods without pain. Emotionally, Pari had been fearful and frustrated, feeling her body was failing her. After the procedure, she felt a profound sense of relief and gratitude. The tube was a temporary bridge back to her normal life, allowing her to look forward to sharing meals and stories with her grandchildren again.
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