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Chest X-ray with NGT placed

A large-bore NGT is placed. Is placement confirmed?

Yes, placement is confirmed.

Annotated chest X-ray with NGT placed

Correct! We can see the large-bore NGT bisect the left mainstem bronchus, course through the G-E junction, and finally pass much below the diaphragm. Because this is a large-bore tube, we also have to pay attention to the location of the sidehole port. We can also see here that the sidehole port also goes past the G-E junction and is itself below the diaphragm and in the stomach. This tube can now be used.

No, placement is NOT confirmed.

Annotated chest X-ray with NGT placed

Sorry! This tube is actually appropriate for use and can be confirmed. We can see the large-bore NGT bisect the left mainstem bronchus, course through the G-E junction, and finally pass much below the diaphragm. Because this is a large-bore tube, we also have to pay attention to the location of the sidehole port. We can also see here that the sidehole port also goes past the G-E junction and is itself below the diaphragm and in the stomach.