Publications by authors named "J Rosas-Urias"
Introduction: Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a useful intervention for patients with impaired swallowing and a functional gastrointestinal system. Neurological diseases that cause neuromotor dysphagia, brain tumors, and cerebrovascular disease are the most frequent indications; complications are rare, and morbidity and mortality rates are low.
Objective: To describe the usefulness of PEG in patients with neurological diseases, and its impact on care, survival, and costs and benefits.
Introduction: Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a useful intervention for patients with impaired swallowing and a functional gastrointestinal system. Neurological diseases that cause neuromotor dysphagia, brain tumors, and cerebrovascular disease are the most frequent indications; complications are rare, and morbidity and mortality rates are low.
Objective: To describe the usefulness of PEG in patients with neurological diseases, and its impact on care, survival, and costs and benefits.