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SLiC technique

A novel approach to percutaneous gastrostomy

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Abstract

Background

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) has been an invaluable method for obtaining long-term enteral access and represents one of the first forays in the field of minimally invasive surgery. However, the traditional “pull” method for PEG tube placement continues to have some disadvantages, especially in patients with near-obstructive head and neck cancers.

Methods

We describe a new “SLiC” technique for establishing percutaneous gastrostomy using a radially expandable trocar.

Results

This technique is initially developed and refined on a porcine model and then successfully implemented on five human patients.

Conclusion

The SLiC technique can be done safely and efficiently with a pediatric-sized gastroscope and avoids the need for radiation from fluoroscopy. It is a good alternative for obtaining enteral access in patients who would otherwise not be well suited for a traditional PEG tube.

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  1. Minimally Invasive Surgery Center, Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, George Washington University, Washington, DC, USA

    A. Sabnis

  2. Minimally Invasive Surgery Center, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, USA

    R. Liu & B. Chand

  3. Department of Surgery, Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH, USA

    J. Ponsky

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Sabnis, A., Liu, R., Chand, B. et al. SLiC technique. Surg Endosc 20, 256–262 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-005-0383-3

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