Complications of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
Drochner, U.; Mehnert, F.
Leber Magen Darm 26(5): 263-266
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-8622 PMID: 9005301 Document Number: 463626
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a simple technique for the endoscopic placement of a permanent feeding access. The procedure is relatively safe and the technique well established. PEG can, however, be associated with serious complications and death. Following the rare PEG-related complication of an abdominal dislocation we review technique, indications and complications of this sixteen year old method.