Percutaneous endoscopic versus radiologic gastrostomy for enteral feeding: a retrospective analysis on outcomes and complications

Conclusions With respect to procedure-related and 30-day mortality, PEG and PRG compare equally. PRG had a higher procedural success rate. Tube-related complications and pain are less frequent after PEG compared to PRG. The choice for either PEG or PRG therefore should primarily be based on local facilities and expertise. [...] © Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  open access Full text

Source: Endoscopy International Open - October 22, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Strijbos, Denise Keszthelyi, Daniel Gilissen, Lennard P. L. Lacko, Martin Hoeijmakers, Janneke G. J. van der Leij, Christiaan de Ridder, Rogier J. J. de Haan, Michiel W. Masclee, Ad A. M. Tags: Original article Source Type: research