Description
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) feeding is a reliable and widely available method for delivering long term enteral nutritional support. Whilst PEG insertion is technically feasible in most patients, those referred for gastrostomy feeding require careful assessment prior to the procedure. This includes consideration of the indications for nutritional support, ethical aspects of care and pre-procedure preparation in order to minimise the risk of complications. This paper will review the current issues surrounding the use of PEG feeding in UK clinical practice, as well as considering recent evidence and guidelines regarding the delivery of artificial nutritional support.
