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Polyp retrieval after colonoscopic polypectomy: use of the Roth Retrieval Net.
1Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY, USA.
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
|September 29, 2001
Summary
The Roth Retrieval Net effectively retrieves colon polyp fragments after piecemeal polypectomy, ensuring complete recovery for accurate histopathologic analysis without compromising results.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Endoscopic procedures
- Surgical device innovation
Background:
- Complete retrieval of colon polyps post-polypectomy is crucial for histopathologic analysis.
- Limited published data exists on polyp retrieval techniques and devices.
- The Roth Retrieval Net, a novel device for GI foreign body retrieval, has not been previously studied for polyp retrieval.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the Roth Retrieval Net for retrieving colon polyp fragments after piecemeal polypectomy.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective chart review was performed over a 7-month period.
- One gastroenterologist utilized the Roth Retrieval Net for polyp retrieval following piecemeal polypectomy.
- All patients undergoing this procedure were included in the review.
Main Results:
- The Roth Retrieval Net successfully and completely retrieved all resected polyp fragments.
- The retrieval process was completed in a time-efficient manner.
- Histopathologic evaluation of the retrieved polyps was not compromised by the device.
Conclusions:
- The Roth Retrieval Net is a suitable device for the retrieval of multiple colon polyp fragments after endoscopic piecemeal polypectomy.
- This device facilitates complete polyp recovery, essential for accurate diagnosis.