Health Dictionary
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Gastric suction
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Gastric suction is the use of a tube placed through the esophagus into the stomach to remove stomach contents or to relieve pressure in the stomach.
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Excessive gastric suction can result in hypochloremia and metabolic alkalosis.
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]