Observational studyJournal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association2026
Efficacy and accuracy of the transillumination-guided gastric tube placement in neonates.
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Abstract
objectiveTo evaluate the efficacy and safety of Tumguide®, a radiation-free, transillumination-guided system for gastric tube (GT) placement in neonates. STUDY
designThis single-center prospective observational study enrolled neonates requiring GT placement. Tumguide® was used to guide placement. Primary outcomes were intragastric placement success rate and accuracy, defined as radiographically confirmed positioning not requiring adjustment.
resultsA total of 71 procedures were performed in 55 neonates. Median gestational age was 37.1 weeks, and median birth weight was 2480 g. The overall intragastric placement success rate was 99%, with 73% accuracy. No adverse events were reported. Protocol modifications significantly improved accuracy from 17% to 85% (p < 0.001). Tumguide® maintained high accuracy across varying body weights.
conclusionsTumguide® enables accurate and successful GT placement in neonates. Its real-time visualization and compatibility with small-caliber tubes support its utility as a practical alternative to traditional methods. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION (IF ANY): This study was registered in the University Hospital Medical Information Network Clinical Trials Registry in Japan (ID: UMIN000055947, URL: https://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000063917 ).
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