Simple technique of selecting the correct feeding gastrostomy button
Durai, R.; Ng, P.C.H.
Acta Chirurgica Belgica 111(5): 351-353
2011
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-5458 PMID: 22191144 Document Number: 649402
Feeding gastrostomy is often performed in children with neurological conditions e.g. cerebral palsy or cystic fibrosis. A feeding button is often used to replace the gastrostomy tube for convenience. The button often leaks and the correct size and length is difficult to choose. The authors describe an easy and perfect way of choosing the correct size and length button by using Foley catheters.