What is tube feeding?
Tube feeding is liquid nutrition that is administered directly into the stomach or intestine through a flexible tube – the tube. Tube feeding contains all the nutrients you need every day, such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water and usually fiber.
Tube feeding is intended to completely replace the normal daily diet, but in some cases it is recommended as a supplement to your normal diet.
To get enough nutrients, it is important to carefully follow the prescription you have been given.

Why tube feeding?
You will receive tube feeding if, for example, you cannot eat or cannot eat enough due to illness, surgery, medication or treatment. In most cases, the use of tube feeding ensures that you receive sufficient nutrition. A good nutritional status contributes to your fitness and resistance, but also to recovery after treatment.

Your doctor or dietician will determine which tube feeding, how much and for how long you should use tube feeding. This can vary from a few weeks to a number of months or even lifelong, depending on your situation.

When starting tube feeding, your gastrointestinal tract may take some time to get used to it. Any complaints are usually temporary. When changing the type/type of tube feeding, you also have to get used to it again.

Never stop or change the use of tube feeding on your own. Once you have become accustomed to your tube feeding, it is wise to continue this feeding at home and/or upon discharge from hospital as long as you are unable to eat enough yourself. If your medical condition allows it, it is possible to also start using normal oral nutrition.

Always contact your dietitian and/or treating doctor if there is a change.

Nutrison and Flocare
Nutricia has   various tube feedings for adults (from 12 years old) under the name Nutrison . Because nutritional needs differ per user, a wide range of tube feeding is available.

Flocare is the name for all materials needed to   administer Nutrison tube feeding reliably, safely and user-friendly. Consult with your doctor or dietician about the most suitable form of tube feeding for you. This allows you to fit tube feeding into your daily life as best as possible. More practical information about tube feeding can be found at www.sondevoedingthuis.nl

Everything you need to know about tube feeding can be found on our website Tubevoedingthuis . Here you will find information about your tube feeding, maintenance instructions for your tube and an explanation of possible complications.