Laparoscopic-guided jejunostomy.
The proximal jejunum is the preferred site for long-term enteral access in the patient at risk for aspiration. Herein we describe a laparoscopic technique for the creation of a feeding tube jejunostomy. This minimally invasive approach is an alternative for patients requiring chronic postpyloric enteral feeding.
Morris
J B
JB
Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia.
Mullen
J L
JL
Yu
J C
JC
Rosato
E F
EF
D006801:Humans; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000379:methods; D007582:Jejunostomy / Q000379:methods*; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods