Percutaneous Gastrostomy: How to Recognize, Avoid, or Get Out of Trouble

Tech Vasc Interv Radiol. 2018 Dec;21(4):255-260. doi: 10.1053/j.tvir.2018.07.007. Epub 2018 Jul 29.

Abstract

Placement of gastrostomy tubes can be done with different techniques. The radiologic-guided tube placement relies on image guidance for safe placement of the tube. A thorough knowledge of the immediate and delayed hazards is essential. This article outlines the potential complications and how to recognize, avoid, and treat them. Several clinical examples are included. Key Words: gastrostomy, complication, feeding tubes, image guidance.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Gastrostomy*
  • Humans
  • Iatrogenic Disease
  • Medical Errors / prevention & control*
  • Postoperative Complications / diagnosis*
  • Postoperative Complications / therapy*
  • Radiography, Interventional*