Reason for Procedure: To provide nutritional support in individuals who are unable to obtain sufficient nutrition by mouth
How It’s Performed: An Interventional Radiologist will place a tube into the stomach (gastrostomy) using X-ray guidance. Sometimes a longer tube can be placed into the small bowel (gastrojejunostomy) if needed. The tube can generally be used right away to provide nutrition and administer certain medications.
Anesthesia: Conscious Sedation, Local Anesthetic
Recovery Time: 1-2 hours
For more information and to schedule a consultation with one of our IR physicians, please call 631-403-7088
