What should be known prior to performing EUS exams? (Part II)

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Medical Imaging
• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)

Background:

• Part I of this series addressed pre-EUS clinical information and imaging needs.
• Part II focuses on technical controversies and evidence-based practices in EUS performance.

Purpose of the Study:

• To address technical controversies in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) procedures.
• To provide evidence-based insights into EUS performance based on different viewpoints.

Main Methods:

• Discussion of technical controversies in EUS based on available evidence.
• Comparative analysis of different EUS approaches and equipment considerations.

Main Results:

• Exploration of whether equipment design impacts complication rates.
• Evaluation of standardized screen orientation in EUS.
• Comparison between radial and longitudinal (linear) EUS modalities.
• Assessment of the utility of searching for incidental findings during EUS.

Conclusions:

• Evidence-based recommendations for optimizing EUS technical aspects are provided.
• The study aims to enhance the safety and efficacy of EUS examinations through informed technical choices.