A method and apparatus for the percutaneous placement of gastro-intestinal tubes, the apparatus comprising a longitudinal penetration device; a hollow, tapered dilator; and a sheath having a central lumen extending therethrough. The penetration device is placed within the sheath, pushed distally to penetrate...http://www.google.com/patents/US6030364?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6030364 - Apparatus and method for percutaneous placement of gastro-intestinal tubes
