Fluoroscopy-guided removal of pull-type gastrostomy tubes.
These case reports demonstrate a radiologic interventional technique for removal of pull-type gastrostomy tubes. This approach proved to be a safe and efficient procedure in two patients. The procedure may be applicable in situations where endoscopic attempts fail.
Ahlers
Christopher M
CM
Department of Radiology, Johannes-Gutenberg-University of Mainz, Langenbeckstr. 1, 55131 Mainz, Germany. chrahlers@gmail.com
Schneider
Jens
J
Lachmann
Ricarda
R
Herber
Sascha
S
Düber
Christoph
C
Pitton
Michael B
MB
D000368:Aged; D020878:Device Removal; D005471:Fluoroscopy; D005774:Gastrostomy / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015641:Radiography, Interventional / Q000379:methods*