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Background:

  • Diagnostic capabilities for small bowel diseases have significantly advanced.
  • Endoscopic methods are increasingly crucial for small bowel evaluation, complementing ultrasound and radiology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current landscape of nonsurgical flexible endoscopy techniques for small bowel examination.
  • To highlight the evolution and application of various enteroscopy methods.

Main Methods:

  • Overview of five nonsurgical flexible endoscopy techniques: push enteroscopy, balloon-guided enteroscopy, double-balloon enteroscopy, single-balloon enteroscopy, and spiral enteroscopy.
  • Discussion of their specific applications in evaluating proximal and deep small bowel regions.

Main Results:

  • Push enteroscopy and balloon-guided enteroscopy are primarily for proximal small bowel assessment.
  • Balloon-assisted enteroscopy (single and double balloon) and spiral enteroscopy are key for deep small bowel evaluation.
  • Intraoperative enteroscopy is now a secondary or reserve diagnostic option.

Conclusions:

  • A range of advanced endoscopic tools are available for comprehensive small bowel examination.
  • The choice of technique depends on the target region within the small intestine.
  • Technological progress has refined nonsurgical diagnostic options for small bowel pathology.