Low-Profile Gastrostomy Tube (Button)
This picture shows a properly fitted low-profile button G-tube with healthy skin around it. A well-fitted G-tube should not cause redness, swelling, or irritation of the skin.
At the base of the button is a balloon that is inflated once the tube is inside the stomach. The balloon holds the button securely in place.
When placing a G-tube, the surgeon determines the best way to attach the stomach to the abdominal wall so that the tube stays stable.
