Background Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy is a commonly used endoscopic
technique where a tube is placed through the abdominal wall mainly to administer fluids …

When is feeding via a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy in... : Current Opinion in
Gastroenterology When is feeding via a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy indicated …

Background Some people with progressive neurological diseases find they need additional
support with eating and drinking at mealtimes, and may require artificial nutrition and …

Background Multiple system atrophy (MSA), progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) and
corticobasal syndrome (CBS) show a high prevalence and rapid progression of dysphagia …

Introduction Decision-making regarding percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
insertion can be complex both medically and ethically. Thirty-day mortality following (PEG) …

Background Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy feeding allows patients with dysphagia
to receive adequate nutritional support, although gastrostomy insertion is associated with …

BACKGROUND. With an increasing elderly population, the number of persons with
dementia is expected to increase and, consequently, the number of persons needing …

In many neurodegenerative conditions the ability to swallow often changes increasing the
risk for disordered swallowing, known as dysphagia. Assessment and management of …

This dissertation describes the outcomes and complications of Percutaneous Endoscopic
and Radiological Gastrostomy (PEG and PRG) for various indications and applications. PEG …

Prevention aims to ensure ill-health does not occur, and these changes are likely to make it
increasingly normal to receive care while still healthy. As a result, an increasing proportion …