Isr Med Assoc J
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Review Case Reports
Early Buried Bumper Syndrome Treated by Bedside Replacement
Buried bumper syndrome (BBS) mostly occurs as a late complication after percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) insertion; however, early BBS has been rarely reported, and the treatment of this condition is still unclear. ⋯ External replacement over guide wire should be considered in such cases.