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Laparoscopic feeding jejunostomy: also a simple technique

Surgical Endoscopy volume 6, pages 259–260 (1992)Cite this article

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Placement of feeding tubes is a common procedure for general surgeons. While the advent of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy has changed and improved surgical practice, this technique is contraindicated in many circumstances. In some patients placement of feeding tubes in the stomach may be contraindicated due to the risks of aspiration, gastric paresis, or gastric dysmotility. We describe a technique of laparoscopic jejunostomy tube placement which is easy and effective. It is noteworthy that this method may be used in patients who have had previous abdominal operations, and it has the added advantage of a direct peritoneal view of the viscera. We suggest that qualified laparoscopic surgeons learn the technique of laparoscopic jejunostomy.

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  1. Department of Surgery, University of South Florida, 33606, Tampa, FL

    Michael H. Albrink, James Foster, Alexander S. Rosemurgy & Larry C. Carey

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Albrink, M.H., Foster, J., Rosemurgy, A.S. et al. Laparoscopic feeding jejunostomy: also a simple technique. Surg Endosc 6, 259–260 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02498817

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Key words

  • Laparoscopy
  • Surgical feeding tube
  • Small intestinal feeding