title: Good gastrostomy technique.
abstract: Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) provides direct access to the stomach by the formation of a fistula through the abdominal wall. The tube is retained in the stomach by a small disc and externally by a movable fixation device. The fixation plate should be 0.5cm away from the skin so that it secures the PEG without causing discomfort.
authors.affiliation: University of Portsmouth.
authors.forename: Ruth
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Sander