The tube was in place less than four weeks - split/tear in balloon.Subsequent information was received as follows: catheter was removed and 14fr halyard gastrostomy device was inserted via existing tract.Gastric aspirate obtained with ph=2.However, as tube has been in place less than four weeks, a tubogram will be required to confirm correct position prior to use.Tube remains at 6cm skin level.Entry site red, painful, inflamed and firm to the touch - peristomal abscess.Currently on clindamycin, gentamicin and flucloxacillin following skin swab.
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