A Novel Gastrostomy Tube Anchor Dressing Designed to Stabilize and Prevent Tube Dislodgements

Abstract

Gastrostomy tube dislodgement in the pediatric population can be a common occurrence, ranging from 10% to 43% over the lifetime of the tube. In response, we developed a low-profile gastrostomy anchor dressing placed at the insertion site while enabling feeding port access and capturing drainage. This article describes our novel dressing: its development, useability and safety, impact on dislodgments, and patient and caregiver feedback.

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