Nutrition Diet: When to consider PEG? Key indicators and considerations
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According to the National Institutes of Health, a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) is the preferred method for long-term enteral feeding when normal oral intake is not possible. So, when to consider PEG? The decision hinges on a patient's underlying medical condition, prognosis, and ability to meet their nutritional needs safely and effectively through other means.