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EM Quick Hits 31 NG Tubes in SBO, Hyperacute T-Waves, Malignant Otitis Externa, CCTA in NSTEMI and Low-risk Chest Pain, Canadian Syncope Score

Emergency Medicine Cases

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The Effects of NG Tubes on Obstructive Bowel Function

Despite strong opinions, despite its widespread use, there is absolutely no modern evidence that an NG tube helps. We have two observational studies and in both, the group who had NG tubes placed actually had worse outcomes. There's really only one ethical answer: NG tubes should not be used routinely. The data is so weak, I don't really trust it."

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