Cologastric fistula and colonic perforation as a complication of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech. 1999 Jun;9(3):220-2.

Abstract

Cologastric fistula has rarely been reported as a complication of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG). We encountered a patient in whom this problem went unrecognized for 2 years. After the initial PEG tube was changed, the second PEG tube was advanced into the colon, causing severe diarrhea. When a third PEG tube was inserted, acute peritonitis occurred because of colonic perforation. We discuss the mechanism of this complication and technical points related to its prevention.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Colonic Diseases / etiology*
  • Gastric Fistula / etiology*
  • Gastrostomy / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Fistula / etiology*
  • Intestinal Perforation / etiology*
  • Intubation, Gastrointestinal / adverse effects*
  • Male