Is aspirating the nasogastric (NG) tube to empty the stomach after a baby receives the wrong breast milk recommended?
Abstract
The evidence suggests that routine aspiration of gastric contents is not beneficial, and there is no specific support for aspirating an NG tube after the administration of incorrect breast milk based on existing literature.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Infant Nutrition and Health
Clinical Nutrition and Gastroenterology
Patient Safety and Medication Errors
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 3 March 2026
- Language
- EN