Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy using the introducer method with ultra-slim endoscopy in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients with respiratory compromise: A safe technique.

Kee-Huat ChuahCarolyn Chue Wai YimNur Adilah Abdul AzizEe Chin LohDavid Paul CapelleNortina ShahrizailaAlex Hwong Ruey Leow

Published in: Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology (2022)

In ALS patients with moderate to high risk of PEG insertion, the introducer technique utilizing ultra-slim endoscopy guidance was well tolerated and safe.

Keyphrases

ultrasound guided
small bowel
high resolution
drug delivery
high intensity
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
radiofrequency ablation
mass spectrometry