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[Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy in children]

K Krafka1, J Tůma, P Gál

  • 1Klinika dĕtské chirurgie, ortopedie a traumatologie FN Brno.

Rozhledy V Chirurgii : Mesicnik Ceskoslovenske Chirurgicke Spolecnosti
|April 2, 2004
PubMed

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Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a safe and effective method for long-term enteral nutrition in pediatric patients. This procedure is suitable for children unable to receive adequate nutrition through natural means.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Gastroenterology
  • Endoscopy

Background:

  • Enteral nutrition is crucial for pediatric growth and development.
  • Alternative feeding methods are often necessary for children with feeding difficulties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) in pediatric patients.
  • To assess the suitability of PEG for long-term nutritional support in children.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 43 pediatric patients undergoing PEG between 1995 and 2002.
  • Procedures performed under general anesthesia.
  • Conversion to open or laparoscopic gastrostomy in two cases.

Main Results:

  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) demonstrated a high success rate.
  • Only minor complications were reported during the study period.
  • The procedure was well-tolerated by the pediatric cohort.

Conclusions:

  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a viable and safe option for providing long-term enteral nutrition in children.
  • PEG facilitates adequate nutrition in pediatric patients with insufficient oral intake.
  • The technique is recommended for pediatric patients requiring long-term nutritional support.
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