A J tube (jejunostomy tube) is a feeding tube that a healthcare provider places in the midsection of your small intestine (jejunum). It’s a long-term feeding tube that you can use at home.

Oct 30, 2024 · A jejunostomy tube (J-tube) is a soft, plastic tube placed through the skin of the abdomen into the midsection of the small intestine. The tube delivers food and medicine until …

A jejunostomy tube (J tube) is a feeding tube placed in the jejunum (part of the small intestine) and exits the skin through a small incision in the abdomen. This tube can provide either total or …

Nov 29, 2025 · A jejunostomy tube, commonly called a J-tube, is a specialized medical device used to deliver nutrition, fluids, and medication directly into the digestive system.

This means inserting a tube into the jejunum to provide nutrition or give medications. This is different from a definitive jejunostomy, which is a type of major stomach surgery. The first …

May 9, 2025 · Learn why your child may need a surgically inserted J tube, how they are inserted and how to care for your child’s feeding tube. A jejunostomy (J) tube is a type of feeding tube …

A jejunostomy (J) tube is inserted directly through the wall of the intestine. These tubes are usually low-profile or button devices.

What is a jejunostomy tube (J-tube)? A jejunostomy tube, also called a J-tube, is a surgically placed directly into your child's small intestine to help with nutrition and growth. The tube is …

What is a jejunal tube/J-tube? • A J-tube is a long feeding tube that is placed by a surgeon. It goes through your child’s skin on their abdomen and enters into the stomach. It extends through the …

You have been discharged with a feeding tube called a jejunostomy tube (J-tube or jejunal tube). The J-tube was put through your skin and into your small bowel (jejunum). This allows for …