Gastrostomy

Gastrostomy is also known as a PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) or RIG (radiologically inserted gastrostomy).

A gastrostomy is an opening directly into the stomach to allow feeding via a small tube or "button" when swallowing is not possible. It is applicable to many types of illnesses. Large hospitals usually provide specialist help and support if a gastrostomy is advised.

Sometimes they become a permanent fixture but they are often temporary.

Contacts

The Multiple Sclerosis Association	Spirella Building, Bridge Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 4ET 01462 476700	MS Association home
The Motor Neurone Disease Association	PO Box 246, Northampton, NN1 2PR Tel: 01604 250505	MND Association home

Review date: April 2012

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