Laparoscopically assisted percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

Pediatr Surg Int. 1997 Feb;12(2-3):130-1.

Abstract

The percutaneous endoscopic approach is an established method for fashioning a gastrostomy. However, the technique is not without complications. Visualising the peritoneal cavity via a small laparoscope may provide additional safety to percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Anesthesia, General
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Enteral Nutrition / instrumentation
  • Gastrostomy / instrumentation*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Laparoscopes*
  • Surgical Instruments