Risk factors for complications and mortality of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy insertion

Risk factors for complications and mortality of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy insertion

Abstract Background Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a relatively safe procedure; however, acute and chronic complications of PEG have been reported. We aimed to determine risk factors associated with complications and 30-day mortality after PEG, based on 11 years of experience at a sing...

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Main Authors: Gyu Young Pih, Hee Kyong Na, Ji Yong Ahn, Kee Wook Jung, Do Hoon Kim, Jeong Hoon Lee, Kee Don Choi, Ho June Song, Gin Hyug Lee, Hwoon-Yong Jung
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-06-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
Subjects:
Stomach
Endoscopy
Gastrostomy
Complication
Mortality
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12876-018-0825-8

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