At the border between endoscopy and surgery. A review of clinical cases of complications after endoscopic gastrostomy.

Authors

  • V Rusakov Odesa, Odrex Medical House
  • M Chystiak Odesa, Odrex Medical House
  • I Beskrovnyi Odesa, Odrex Medical House

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31636/prmd.v8i1.3

Keywords:

PEG, gastrotomy, complications, peritonitis, laparoscopy, gastrostomy tube, endoscopy, surgery, multidisciplinary approach

Abstract

Endoscopic gastrostomy (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy, PEG) is a widely accepted method of providing enteral nutrition in patients who cannot independently consume food orally. Despite the advantages of this method, serious complications may arise, requiring surgical intervention. This review presents an analysis of three clinical cases of PEG complications in patients with severe comorbidities. The treatment strategy and the features of a multidisciplinary approach are discussed.

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At the border between endoscopy and surgery. A review of clinical cases of complications after endoscopic gastrostomy.

Published

2025-06-17

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At the border between endoscopy and surgery. A review of clinical cases of complications after endoscopic gastrostomy. prmd [Internet]. 2025 Jun. 17 [cited 2026 Jul. 11];8(1):25-9. Available from: https://perioperative.org.ua/index.php/prtmdc/article/view/133