We read with interest the article by Tai et al on a patient with a tangled nasogastric tube. One week after tube placement, complete occlusion of the tube 'was suspected because of an inability to flush. After failure to remove the tube, EGD confirmed a tangled tube obstructing the esophagus. We suspect that the most important risk factor for a tangled or knotted tube is present in this patient.
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