Transcolonic misplacement as a rare complication associated with PEG tube

Clin Case Rep. 2022 Nov 27;10(11):e6650. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.6650. eCollection 2022 Nov.

Abstract

PEG tube placement is a relatively safe procedure; however, complications sometimes occur. Our article will allow readers to visualize the uncommon complication of PEG - a transcolonic misplacement.

Keywords: gastrocolic fistula; malposition; percutaneous gastrostomy tube; transcolonic misplacement.

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  • Case Reports