Review : Paediatric gastrostomy management - practical guidelines for community care

Abstract

■ The number of paediatric gastrostomies is increasing, whilst the length of hospital stay is decreasing

■ This has resulted in a need to develop good community care

■ With adequate teaching and support, most families find gastrostomy management trouble free

Keywords

Button Community Gastrostomy Management Support

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