Southern Medical Journal · 1988 · 46 citations · 0 references
MedicineClinical SciencesSurgeryDysphagiaGastroenterologyGeneral SurgeryEnteral FeedingEnteral NutritionGastrointestinal EndoscopyGastrointestinal InterventionsGastrointestinal SurgeryNutrition In Gastrointestinal SurgeryEnteral Feeding TubesFeeding Tube ComplicationsGastrostomy PlacementGastrostomy Tube PlacementLate ComplicationsNeurologic DeficitsNeurologic FunctionRetrospective Case Study
To assess our clinical experience with this method of enteral feeding, we conducted a retrospective study and follow-up of 73 patients having percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG). In addition, we conducted a telephone survey of 42 persons who cared for the PEG tube. The most common indication was neurologic impairment of deglutition. Early and late complications occurred in 12% and 33% of cases, respectively, and were usually minor. Our 30-day survival was 74%. Most patients (77%) maintained their weight with standard tube feedings. Satisfaction with and acceptance of the PEG was almost universal. Patients should be carefully selected, with attention to long-range benefit.