Abstract
Percutaneous enteral access for nutritional support may be required for a wide host
of comorbid conditions, including processes such as obstructive head and neck tumors,
esophageal tumors, neurologic/neuromuscular disorders such as amyotrophic lateral
sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, or stroke, chronic gastric outlet obstruction, small
bowel obstruction, and motility disorders. Given this demand, it is important for
providers to be aware of the complications associated with percutaneous radiologic
enteral access and how to manage them. We herein provide a brief overview of complications
related to enteral access, including anatomic, technical, preventative, and management
considerations.
Keywords
gastrostomy - enteral - complications
