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Digestive Conditions

What Are the Dangers of a Feeding Tube in the Elderly?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Elissa Lueckemeyer

The elderly have a high risk for malnutrition. With advancing age, there is an increased chance for developing diseases or conditions that affect nutrition. Cognitive impairments can also cause chewing and swallowing difficulty.