Everything you need to know about installation and care after surgery
- Authors: Kozlova A.S.1
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Affiliations:
- Charity Fund "Live now"
- Issue: Vol 27, No 4 (2025)
- Pages: 19-24
- Section: Topical theme
- URL: https://journals.rcsi.science/0025-8342/article/view/312048
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.29296/25879979-2025-04-05
- ID: 312048
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Abstract
Modern gastrostomy methods are minimally invasive and provide a quick recovery period while following the recommendations for care.
This article is about the key aspects related to gastrostomy – types of gastrostomies, indications and contraindications for surgery, as well as preoperative preparation and postoperative care.
The main reasons why a gastrostomy may need to be installed are described. Such as swallowing disorders, consciousness, and the need for prolonged probe feeding.
The postoperative care section describes in detail the recommendations for the care of the gastrostoma, including skin treatment, bandaging, prevention of complications and what should be paid attention to in the care of the gastrostoma.
Possible complications are discussed both during surgery and in the postoperative period. The article is for medical professionals and patients who need information about gastrostomy.
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Anna S. Kozlova
Charity Fund "Live now"
Author for correspondence.
Email: kozlova.anna.sergeevna.02@mail.ru
ORCID iD: 0009-0006-0996-529X
Academic Nurse, Medical specialist of the Charity Foundation "Live Now", Teacher of ANO "Attention and care", Member of the Association of professional participants in Hospice Care
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