Gastrostomy Tube Placement in Patients With Trisomy 13 and 18: Surgical Decision Making and Outcomes
Topic overview
This study examines survival outcomes and surgical decision-making for gastrostomy tube placement in infants with trisomy 13 and trisomy 18, chromosomal conditions associated with severe feeding difficulties and high mortality. The research addresses a critical gap in outcome data for this vulnerable population undergoing a commonly performed intervention.
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- Trisomy 13 and 18 patients have high rates of feeding dysfunction requiring nutritional support decisions.
- Gastrostomy tube placement is common in T13/18 but outcome data remains limited.
- Study compares survival between GT and non-GT patients to inform surgical decision-making.
- Understanding GT outcomes helps counsel families on intervention risks versus benefits in T13/18.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Gastrostomy Tube Placement in Patients With Trisomy 13 and 18: Surgical Decision Making and Outcomes. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-02-17. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/9885?via_space=staycurrentmd
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