Declining Use and Shifting Drivers of Concurrent Fundoplication with Pediatric Gastrostomy

In brief

This study analyzes evolving trends in the decision to perform concurrent fundoplication during pediatric gastrostomy tube placement, examining factors driving practice variability. The research identifies changing patterns in antireflux procedure utilization and explores what influences surgeons' choices between combined versus isolated GT placement.

• Practice variability exists in performing concurrent fundoplication during pediatric gastrostomy tube placement.
• Decision-making for antireflux procedures at GT placement shows inconsistent patterns across providers and institutions.
• Trends in concurrent fundoplication use are shifting, suggesting evolving clinical practice standards.

Written by the GCMD Library team from the article.