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Starting Saturday, December 14, 2024, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department has changed to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.

 

Please plan for extra travel time when coming to the QEII Halifax Infirmary. As of February 18, the easternmost, northbound lane of Robie Street will be closed for the duration of the Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project, leaving two lanes open. Expect potential delays and consider alternative routes when possible.

PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) Tube - VG Site

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WI85-1188
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English
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Endoscopy Clinic, VG Site, QE II

This pamphlet explains why you may need a feeding tube and how the tube is put in. It provides details on how to get ready for the procedure, what to expect after the tube has been inserted, and how to care for your PEG tube at home.

This pamphlet is also available in:
French: FF85-2470 Sonde de GEP (gastrostomie endoscopique percutanée) - Site VG
Simplified Chinese: CH85-2432 经皮内窥镜胃造瘘术导管 维多利亚综合医院
Arabic: AR85-2464 تنظيرإجراء وضع أنبوب فغر المعدة عبر الجلد بالتنظير الداخلي مستشفى فيكتوريا العام 
 

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