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Semin intervent Radiol 1996; 13(4): 281-287
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1057914
Copyright © 1996 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Percutaneous Fluoroscopic Gastrostomy: General Considerations

Marshall E. Hicks, Michael D. Darcy
  • Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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21. Mai 2008 (online)

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Abstract

This chapter outlines the basic history, indications, contraindications, and technique for performing routine percutaneous gastrostomy. The arguments for gastrostomy versus placement of a gastrojejunostomy tube are discussed. The clinical preprocedural, postprocedural, and follow-up care is given.