Learn more about types of feeding tubes and how enteral nutrition (tube feedings) can support your child’s health and healing. G-tubes, J-tubes, and GJ-tubes are inserted through a small opening in …

A gastrostomy is the creation of an artificial external opening into the stomach for nutritional support or gastric decompression. Typically this would include an incision in the patient's epigastrium as part of …

Jan 13, 2026 · A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a procedure to place a feeding tube. The tube helps you get nutrients directly to your stomach when you can't swallow.

Jun 15, 2018 · It’s used to supply nutrition when you have trouble eating. Feeding tube insertion is also called percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), and G …

A gastrostomy is a procedure that creates a small opening in your outer abdomen into the stomach to place a thin tube (g-tube). This tube will allow you to drain fluids out of your stomach, vent air and …

A gastrostomy tube, often called a G tube, is a surgically placed device used to give direct access to your child's stomach for supplemental feeding, hydration or medicine.

Oct 16, 2025 · This topic will review the placement and routine care of gastrostomy tubes, including management of dysfunctioning gastrostomy tubes, with a focus on percutaneous endoscopic …

A gastrostomy is a procedure wherein an artificial opening is created and a tube inserted to connect the stomach to the skin. It is generally performed for two reasons: for feeding or decompression of the …

Feb 6, 2026 · A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy is a procedure in which a flexible feeding tube, called a PEG tube, is inserted through the abdominal wall and into the stomach.

Mar 10, 2026 · Learn what a gastrostomy is, when it’s needed, how the procedure works, and what to expect during recovery and long-term tube feeding.