First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (July 26-27)

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The document provides detailed information on percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes, including indications for placement, pre-PEG assessment, anti-thrombotic agent management, contraindications, and relative contraindications. It also covers PEG tray contents, technique, location, and post-placement care. Adverse events such as aspiration, infection, pneumoperitoneum, leakage, buried bumper syndrome, and tube migration are discussed, along with their respective treatments. The text also addresses common issues like PEG removal, replacement tubes, tube migration, and granulation tissue management. Additionally, it outlines protocols for managing PEG-related complications like PEG site metastases and the accidental removal of PEG tubes. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive guide for healthcare providers involved in the placement, care, and management of PEG tubes.

Keywords

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

PEG tubes

Indications for PEG placement

Anti-thrombotic agent management

Contraindications for PEG

PEG tray contents

Post-placement care for PEG tubes

Adverse events of PEG tubes

PEG tube migration

Granulation tissue management