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Gastrostomy
Home Care and Complications
What happens later at home?
The person and his or her family will be taught how to care for the feeding tube before leaving the hospital. They will learn:
A visiting nurse may be needed until the family is comfortable with the feedings. A person can resume his or her normal activities a day or two after the gastrostomy.
What are the potential complications after the procedure?
There are potential complications with any surgery. These include bleeding, infection, and allergic reaction to anesthesia. The gastrostomy tube may become dislodged, or fall out and need to be replaced. Stomach contents can leak out of the tube causing skin irritation. The gastrostomy tube can become clogged. Other complications include stomach upset such as diarrhea, cramping, and bloating.