Laparoscopically assisted percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
The percutaneous endoscopic approach is an established method for fashioning a gastrostomy. However, the technique is not without complications. Visualising the peritoneal cavity via a small laparoscope may provide additional safety to percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.
Croaker
GDH
Department of Paediatric Surgery, St James's University Hospital, Leeds LS9 7TF, UK
Najmaldin
AS