The gastrostomy port is used for venting or emptying stomach drainage or air and or for feeding and the jejunostomy port is used for feeding. Jejunostomy tube: This tube is inserted into the small ...

Severe dysphagia significantly increases mortality risk after PEG, a new study finds. Patients with severe swallowing ...

The decision to place a gastrostomy tube is a difficult one for many families. Discussions with parents can begin immediately after birth if the indication for a gastrostomy tube is clear.

provides a non-surgical alternative to long-term enteral feeding. The gastrostomy tube, however, may deteriorate, malfunction, or be accidentally expelled, requiring replacement. A commercial ...