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Percutaneous feeding tube method for use in children
1Radiologic Sciences Program, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis 46202-5111.
Radiologic Technology
|March 1, 1991
Summary
Percutaneous feeding tubes are often needed, but surgery poses risks. This study shows imaging-guided gastrostomy catheter placement is a safe and effective alternative for patients unsuitable for surgery.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Interventional Radiology
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
Background:
- Surgical gastrostomy is a common method for percutaneous feeding tube placement.
- Surgical gastrostomy is associated with frequent complications.
- Many pediatric patients requiring feeding tubes are poor surgical candidates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of imaging-guided percutaneous gastrostomy catheter placement.
- To present this technique as an alternative to surgical gastrostomy.
Main Methods:
- Percutaneous placement of feeding gastrostomy catheters.
- Guidance by medical imaging techniques.
Main Results:
- Imaging-guided percutaneous placement is a safe alternative.
- Imaging-guided percutaneous placement is an effective alternative.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous feeding gastrostomy catheter placement guided by imaging is a viable and safe alternative to surgical gastrostomy.
- This method expands treatment options for pediatric patients, especially those with high surgical risk.