Gastrostomy Tube Placement by Radiological versus Endoscopic Methods in an Acute Care Setting: A Retrospective Review of Frequency, Indications, Complications and Outcomes

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To describe the current practice of placing gastrostomy tubes (endoscopic and radiological), patient characteristics, indications for enteral support, complications and outcomes over a 13-month period, and explore factors that influenced complications and outcomes. Second, to provide Canadian data regarding feeding tube placement because no current literature reflecting these practices for Canadian hospitals is available.