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A simplified open gastrostomy under local anesthesia.

R W Zickler1, J T Barbagiovanni, K G Swan

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA.

The American Surgeon
|August 21, 2001
PubMed
Summary

A modified Stamm gastrostomy, passing the tube through the omentum, allows for safe and comfortable open gastrostomy under local anesthesia in patients with neuromuscular disorders.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Procedures
  • Anesthesiology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Patients with neuromuscular disorders often require gastrostomy revisions.
  • Anesthetic risks commonly limit options like general anesthesia, sedation, or endoscopy for these patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a modified Stamm gastrostomy technique suitable for local anesthesia.
  • To reduce patient discomfort and anesthetic risks associated with gastrostomy procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Modification of the Stamm gastrostomy involves passing the tube through the omentum to the abdominal wall.
  • This technique utilizes local anesthesia, avoiding general anesthesia, sedation, or endoscopy.
  • A smaller midline incision is employed.

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Main Results:

  • The modified technique ensures a seal at the surgical site and eliminates the need for tacking sutures.
  • Over 10 years, this open gastrostomy under local anesthesia was performed on over 35 patients.
  • No documented leaks were reported in the patient cohort.

Conclusions:

  • This modified open gastrostomy technique is effective and safe for patients with neuromuscular disorders.
  • It significantly reduces patient discomfort and anesthetic risks.
  • The procedure is readily accomplished under local anesthesia with no leaks.