Early Tube Feeding After Gastrostomy Surgery
(PEG Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
Randomized controlled trial to establish evidence on which to base timing of enteral feeding after bedside PEG placement in ventilated Trauma and Surgical ICU patients.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
How is the noFAST treatment different from other treatments for feeding after gastrostomy surgery?
The noFAST treatment is unique because it involves starting tube feeding within 1 hour after gastrostomy surgery, whereas traditional methods typically delay feeding for 12 to 24 hours. This approach aims to reduce fasting time, improve nutritional support, and potentially shorten hospital stays without increasing complications.12345
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment noFAST group, which involves starting tube feeds within 1 hour of gastrostomy surgery?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Katie L Bower, MD
Principal Investigator
Carilion Clinic, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 who are on mechanical ventilation in the ICU due to trauma or surgery and need a PEG tube for feeding. They must have been tolerating tube feeds before the procedure. It's not for those with gut motility issues, feed intolerance, abnormal GI anatomy, or if the PEG isn't placed at an ICU bedside.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-Procedure Fasting
Participants undergo fasting prior to PEG tube placement
Post-Procedure Feeding
Participants are randomized to start tube feeds either 4 hours or <1 hour after PEG tube placement
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for complications and calorie deficit after the procedure
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- noFAST group
- noFast: Start tube feeds within 1 hour of procedure
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Carilion Clinic
Lead Sponsor
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Collaborator