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. 2005 Mar;19(3):398-400.
doi: 10.1007/s00464-004-8109-5. Epub 2004 Dec 23.

Ethical challenges of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

L Morgenstern  1 , M Laquer, L Treyzon
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Ethical challenges of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

L Morgenstern et al. Surg Endosc. 2005 Mar.

Abstract

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a widely used procedure for patients who cannot swallow. Although it is mostly performed for valid indications, its use in terminally ill patients is questionable. In this study, more than 30% of patients died in hospital after PEG placement and 16% died less than 30 days after placement. Strict guidelines and oversight or PEG placement are recommended.

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