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Invasive breathing support

Overview
If noninvasive ventilation (NIV) does not provide enough respiratory support, people with respiratory issues due to spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) may need greater assistance breathing.

With invasive… read more

Noninvasive breathing support

Overview
Some people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) require breathing assistance. The type of ventilation equipment or device used depends on the severity of the SMA symptoms.

Noninvasive ventilation is one type… read more

Gastrostomy tube (G-tube)

Overview
The gastrostomy tube (G-tube) is a flexible feeding tube surgically inserted through the abdominal wall and directly into the stomach. It bypasses the mouth and esophagus, delivering food, liquid, and… read more

Nasal feeding tubes

Overview
Nasal feeding tubes are temporary, non-surgical tubes placed through the nose and into the stomach or intestine. They provide short-term nutrition for people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who have… read more

Nissen Fundoplication and G-Tube

Overview
Nissen fundoplication (NF) is a surgical procedure that involves wrapping the stomach around itself to prevent acid reflux. “Wrapping” tightens the sphincter muscle between the stomach and esophagus, making it… read more

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