Ethical Considerations of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Placement in a Patient With Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease and Advanced Dementia

Ethical consideration for patients with dementia, especially with CJD, includes evaluating harm and benefit, considering legal and societal responsibilities, respecting autonomy, and managing transmission risks. Based on our findings, we encourage interdisciplinary collaboration when navigating complex medical decision-making for patients with human prion diseases and advanced dementia.