Has anyone here ever had a sick cat that required a feeding tube?

My 8-yr-old kitty recently had a few health issues pop up (pancreatitis) and lost his appetite altogether. My vet strongly advised an esophageal feeding tube to get food and meds into him until he could get through the episode. This can sometimes take months, but I love my little guy and am committed to doing as much as I can to ensure he turns a corner.

I’m just curious if anyone else here has ever had this experience, and if you have any tips, trick, insight?

Thanks!