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Semin intervent Radiol 1996; 13(4): 329-337
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1057919
Copyright © 1996 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Skin-Level Gastrostomy Devices

Thomas M. Vesely, David M. Hovsepian
  • Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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21. Mai 2008 (online)

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Abstract

This article will describe the numerous different skin-level gastrostomy devices that are now available for patients who have chronic gastrostomy catheters. An in-depth analysis of the indications, contraindications, and the various types of devices will be given. Specifically, the Bard Button™, the MIC-Key™, the Sandoz Gastroport™, and the Wizard™ devices will all be described in detail. The various advantages and disadvantages of each device are given.