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Improving PEG Tube Management in ALS Patients Through Educational Pamphlets

2025-12-12 neurology Title + abstract only
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Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) often experience dysphagia, leading to malnutrition and weight loss. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes help address these issues, but complications and limited patient education may diminish their benefits. This project evaluated the patient experience from an educational pamphlet created by a multi-disciplinary team at our academic centers ALS Clinic. The pamphlet was distributed at the time of PEG placement and covered tube functi...

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