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Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Technical Modifications for Improved Results

Authors: KEVIN R. DYE MD, C. PHILLIP PATTISON MD, NANCY V. DYE MD

Abstract

ABSTRACTPercutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy has gained acceptance as a primary means of placing enteral feeding tubes. Our adaptations of the basic technique lead to greater safety for and acceptance by the patient, long-term effectiveness of gastrostomy, and technical ease for the endoscopist.

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