In a comprehensive study of 3,684 patients undergoing percutaneous transesophageal gastro-tubing (PTEG) in Japan, researchers found a mere 1.3% complication rate. PTEG served diverse purposes, with 1,455 cases for decompression and 2,193 for feeding. Notably, complications led to minimal invasive treatments, predominantly red blood cell transfusions and tube replacements. This real-world analysis not only sheds light on the safety of PTEG but also provides valuable practical insights, emphasizing its viability as an alternative intervention.
Journal Article by Nakama R, Inoue N (…) Fushimi K et 3 al. in BMC Surg
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