Gastrostomy Tube Placement
 

Indications - Gastrostomy Tube Placement

Gastrostomy tubes are inserted for various reasons. They may be needed temporarily or permanently. Gastrostomy tube insertion may be recommended for: birth defects of the mouth, esophagus, or stomach (esophageal atresia or tracheal esophageal fistula) problems with sucking and/or swallowing, for example in patients debilitated by stroke or dementia


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