Question 325 · LEK · Nutrition
Which of the following is not/are not a contraindication(s) for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy:
- A. esophageal obstruction.
- B. post stroke status.
- C. coagulation abnormalities.
- D. post gastrectomy status.
- E. ascites.
Hint
Which listed condition is actually a typical indication for long-term enteral feeding via gastrostomy?
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