Utility of gastrostomy tube placement at the time of pancreaticoduodenectomy
ConclusionGastrostomy tube placement during index PD did not affect the incidence of DGE. However, patients experienced significant morbidities due to G-tube-related complications. Placement of gastrostomy tubes at the index PD offers no clinical benefits.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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