Table 2 Comparison of post-operative complications
Post-operative complication’s | Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (n = 25) | Open surgical feeding gastrostomy (n = 25) | Total (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Ileus | 0 | 1 | 1 (2) |
Gastrostomy site bleeding | 0 | 2 | 2 (4) |
Surgical site infection | 2 | 4 | 6 (12) |
Peristomal leakage | 1 | 2 | 3 (6) |
Tube blockage | 1 | 3 | 4 (8) |
Buried bumper syndrome | 1 | 0 | 1 (2) |
Peritonitis | 0 | 1 | 1 (2) |
Inadvertent gastric tube removal | 1 | 1 | 2 (4) |