Retrospective study compares complication rates of direct puncture and pull-through techniques in PEG procedures, suggesting implications for clinical practice.
Background and objective: Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is essential for enteral feeding in patients with a variety of disorders. Direct puncture (DP) after gastropexy is suggested to reduce complication rates compared to pull-through (PT) technique. However, indications determine the choice [for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]
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