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Nasogastric Tube (NG Tube)

Medically reviewed by: Kate M. Cronan, MD

What Is a Nasogastric Tube (NG Tube)?

A nasogastric (NG) tube is a thin, soft tube that goes in through the nose, down the throat, and into the stomach. They're used to feed formula to a child who can't get nutrition by mouth. Sometimes, kids get medicine through the tube.