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Decision-making around gastrostomy tube feeding in children with neurologic impairment: Engaging effectively with families

Canadian Paediatric SocietyPédiatrie2018Publication officielle

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Document officiel de Canadian Paediatric Society (2018) sur « Decision-making around gastrostomy tube feeding in children with neurologic impairment: Engaging effectively with families ». Extrait officiel (langue source) : Children with neurologic impairment may not be able to feed safely or sufficiently by mouth to maintain an adequate nutritional state. Gastrostomy tube (G-tube) feeding is an important, often essential, intervention in such situations. However, many parents and families struggle with the decision to proceed with G-tube feeding. This practice point reviews common reasons for decisional conflict in parents and explores. Consultez la publication officielle pour les recommandations détaillées et leur champ d’application.

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