Early Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Dislodgment

• Autores: Jamie Marie O'Rear, J. A. Prahlow
• Localización: American Journal of Nursing, ISSN 0002-936X, Vol. 115, Nº. 6, 2015, págs. 26-31
• Idioma: inglés
• DOI: 10.1097/01.naj.0000466312.00767.59
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• Resumen

  • Overview: The authors present a case of early percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube dislodgment, attempted replacement, and subsequent sepsis that resulted in the patient's death. Gastrostomy techniques, complications, preventive strategies, and proper tube management are addressed.