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What is a gastrostomy procedure?

I am a 38 year old male. I want to know what is a gastrostomy procedure?

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The word stoma means there is an opening to the skin. So gastrostomy means an opening or hole is made into the stomach through the overlying skin. This might be done for feeding or to relieve stomach pressure.
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