Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy in Children
2008; Pulsus Group; Volume: 22; Issue: 12 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1155/2008/583470
ISSN1916-7237
Autores Tópico(s)Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
ResumoPercutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy has been a valuable tool in nutritional rehabilitation since its inception in 1980. Although it was originally described in children, a large sector of the adult population is dependant on it for nutritional support. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube insertion is generally a safe procedure. Nevertheless, variable incidence rates of complications have been reported. The present review highlights the up-to-date indications, contraindications and complications of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy in children, along with a discussion of issues that need further exploring through future research.
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