Gastrostomy Tube Placement in Patients With Trisomy 13 and 18: Surgical Decision Making and Outcomes

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Trisomy 13 (T13) and trisomy 18 (T18) are chromosomal abnormalities which portend high rates of feeding dysfunction and infant mortality risk. Although gastrostomy tube (GT) placement is commonly performed in this population, there is limited data assessing outcomes associated with this procedure. Our aim was to determine survival outcomes among GT and non-GT patients with T13/18.

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Article · Feb 2025 · 1 min read

In brief

This study examines survival outcomes and surgical decision-making for gastrostomy tube placement in infants with trisomy 13 and trisomy 18, chromosomal conditions associated with severe feeding difficulties and high mortality. The research addresses a critical gap in outcome data for this vulnerable population undergoing a commonly performed intervention.

Trisomy 13 and 18 patients have high rates of feeding dysfunction requiring nutritional support decisions.
Gastrostomy tube placement is common in T13/18 but outcome data remains limited.
Study compares survival between GT and non-GT patients to inform surgical decision-making.
Understanding GT outcomes helps counsel families on intervention risks versus benefits in T13/18.

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