Perspective and quality of life in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients undergoing percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (opens in new tab)

IntroductionPercutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is commonly used to manage dysphagia and nutritional failure, which are among the most frequent and severe complications of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). While several studies assessed PEG indications, outcomes, and prognostic factors, there is no evidence regarding ALS patients’ perspectives and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) associated with PEG.MethodsThis study included 48 consecutive ALS patients. At the 1-month follow-u...