Sengstaken blakemore tubeKathy ClavanoThe Sengstaken-Blakemore tube is a 3-lumen tube used to control bleeding from esophageal varices. It has balloons to inflate in the stomach and esophagus to apply pressure. It is inserted temporarily for up to 24 hours while more definitive treatments are arranged. The document provides details on inserting and using the tube, including measuring placement, inflating the balloons, checking placement with x-ray, and ongoing care and removal procedures.