A novel approach of manual manipulation of the transnasal ileus tube for severe or recurrent benign adhesive small bowel obstruction.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study seeks to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an innovative manual manipulation technique for the transnasal ileus tube in patients experiencing severe or recurrent adhesive small bowel obstruction (ASBO).

Materials and methods

Prior to the initiation of this research, approval was obtained from the institutional review board. The study was conducted within our institution, involving a cohort of fifty-four patients diagnosed with severe, multiple, or recurrent ASBO. These patients underwent treatment through active manipulation of the transnasal ileus tube, which entailed navigating obstructions by adjusting two balloons and resolving adhesions through the alternate advancement and retraction of the ileus tube. Angiographic outcomes were categorized as eith

SUBMITTER: Li ES 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12477208 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature