Brij Sharma

Impacted Nasogastric Tube Embedded in the Oropharyngeal Muscle: A Rare Mechanical Complication of Long-Term Enteral Feeding

Vishal Bodh, Ajay Ahluwalia & Brij Sharma · Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology · 2026

Aims: Nasogastric tube (NGT) insertion is a commonly performed procedure for enteral nutrition and gastric decompression. Although it is generally considered safe, complications ranging from minor mucosal injury to perforation, infection and vascular injury have been reported. Me...