US Medical Term · emergency
Nasogastric Tube
Sonda nasogástrica
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Nasogastric Tube |
| Spanish (Español) | Sonda nasogástrica |
| Chinese (中文) | 鼻胃管 |
| Korean (한국어) | 비위관 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Ống thông mũi dạ dày |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Nasogastric tube |
| Portuguese (Português) | Sonda nasogástrica |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | สายให้อาหารทางจมูก |
| Japanese (日本語) | 鼻腔胃管 |
What it means
A nasogastric (NG) tube is a thin, flexible tube passed through the nose, down the throat, and into the stomach. In hospitals, it is used for several purposes: to deliver liquid nutrition or medications to patients who cannot eat by mouth, to remove stomach contents (decompression) in cases of obstruction or overdose, or to sample stomach fluid for diagnostic testing. Placement involves the tube being inserted while you are awake, which may feel uncomfortable. An X-ray confirms correct placement. The tube is taped to your nose and connected to a bag or pump. Tell your nurse if you feel pain, nausea, or discomfort.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
Why does my mother need a tube going through her nose into her stomach?
¿Por qué mi madre necesita una sonda que va por su nariz hasta su estómago?
The nasogastric tube is how I will receive my nutrition while I cannot eat.
La sonda nasogástrica es cómo recibiré mi nutrición mientras no pueda comer.
Placing the nasogastric tube was uncomfortable; how long does it stay in?
Colocar la sonda nasogástrica fue incómodo; ¿cuánto tiempo permanece?
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Last reviewed: September 2026