Primary Article

Complications of Tube Gastrostomy Radiologic Manifestations

Authors: THEODORE HOPENS MD, WAYNE H. SCHWESINGER MD

Abstract

ABSTRACT: N/A Many gastrostomy tube complications can be diagnosed with readily available radiologic technics. A review of four cases seen at one institution over a period of 3½ years demonstrates the role of this approach in establishing the presence of intraperitoneal leakage, tube migration, and catheter-induced intussusception. It is suggested that a more frequent use of radiology with or without oral contrast agents may allow earlier diagnosis, more expeditious therapy, and decreased morbidity from tube gastrostomy complications.

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