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Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

A Hussain1, S Woolfrey, J Massey

  • 1Medicine for the Elderly and General Medicine, Guy's Hospital, London, UK.

Postgraduate Medical Journal
|October 1, 1996
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Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) offers a safe, long-term enteral feeding solution, particularly for neurological dysphagia. This multidisciplinary procedure is well-accepted by patients, with feeding commencing shortly after insertion.

Area of Science:

  • Medical procedures
  • Gastroenterology
  • Nutritional support

Background:

  • Long-term enteral feeding is crucial for patients unable to eat adequately.
  • Neurological dysphagia presents significant challenges for nutritional intake.
  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) has emerged as a preferred method.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the technique and multidisciplinary approach for PEG insertion.
  • To discuss feeding protocols and patient acceptance following PEG placement.
  • To highlight the benefits of PEG for long-term nutritional support.

Main Methods:

  • Description of the percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) insertion procedure.
  • Involvement of a multidisciplinary team including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, speech therapists, and dieticians.

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  • Discussion of various feeding regimens and patterns.

    • Main Results:

    • PEG insertion is a well-established procedure requiring a skilled team.
    • Enteral feeding can be initiated soon after PEG placement.
    • The procedure is generally well-tolerated by patients, despite potential psychological issues.

    Conclusions:

    • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is the technique of choice for long-term enteral nutrition.
    • PEG facilitates safe and effective feeding in patients with neurological dysphagia.
    • A multidisciplinary approach ensures optimal outcomes and patient acceptance of PEG feeding.