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Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.

J P Moore, P W Curreri, C B Rodning

    The American Surgeon
    |September 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) provides safe gastric access for nutritional support. This study found no complications in 20 patients, highlighting PEG as a valuable surgical tool.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Procedures
    • Medical Device Technology

    Background:

    • Gastric access is crucial for nutritional support.
    • Percutaneous and flexible endoscopic techniques are available.
    • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is one such method.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of PEG for gastric access.
    • To assess periprocedure morbidity and mortality associated with PEG.
    • To determine the long-term utility of PEG tubes.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 20 patients undergoing PEG.
    • Data collected from September 1, 1983, to March 1, 1985.
    • Review of patient outcomes and gastrostomy tube management.

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    Main Results:

    • No periprocedure morbidity or mortality observed in the patient cohort.
    • All gastrostomy tubes were used indefinitely.
    • Periodic tube changes were performed as needed for optimal patient care.

    Conclusions:

    • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a safe and effective method for gastric access.
    • The technique demonstrated no immediate complications in this series.
    • PEG is a valuable addition to the surgical armamentarium for nutritional support.