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Ovarian Cancer (Expert Forum)
life expectancy on stomach feeding tube
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Annekathryn Goodman, M.D. - Gynecologic Cancers, Complex Gynecologic, Surgeries, Palliative Care, Acupuncture
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center
Boston - MA
life expectancy on stomach feeding tube
by sue1948, May 14, 2008 03:44PM
My Mother has been using a stomach feeding tube for 6 months, she feeds herself 7 cans a day and has gained weight lately. She is unable to eat or drink through her mouth. How long can a person survive using this as their only nurishment?
Doctor's Answer
by Annekathryn Goodman, M.D., May 15, 2008 09:18PM
, May 15, 2008 09:18PM
Hi There
I agree with with Neta. If she is gaining weight, she is probably getting some nourishment. As long as she is hydrated, she can maintain this state for a while. The biggest danger is the development of pneumonia which can be fatal from aspiration of stomach contents
take care
I agree with with Neta. If she is gaining weight, she is probably getting some nourishment. As long as she is hydrated, she can maintain this state for a while. The biggest danger is the development of pneumonia which can be fatal from aspiration of stomach contents
take care
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