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Dietitians' Evaluation of Clearing Luminal Occlusions of Gunk (DECLOG): A Pilot Feasibility Study.

Arlene A EscuroBerri BurnsKathleen McLaughlinRocio LopezGail A Cresci
Published in: Nutrition in clinical practice : official publication of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (2019)
A prophylactic protocol using an enzyme declogging system did not lessen the likelihood of tube occlusions when compared with standard care. Multiple factors are associated with tube occlusion. More research investigating the use of a declogging system to prevent clogging incidence in patients receiving HEN is warranted.
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