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Murine Endoscopy for In Vivo Multimodal Imaging of Carcinogenesis and Assessment of Intestinal Wound Healing and Inflammation
Published on: August 26, 2014
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[Interventional endoscopy in the gastrointestinal tract : Indications and limitations]
M Hollenbach1, J Feisthammel2, A Hoffmeister2
1Bereich Gastroenterologie, Klinik für Onkologie, Gastroenterologie, Hepatologie, Pneumologie und Infektiologie, Department für Innere Medizin, Neurologie und Dermatologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig AöR, Liebigstr. 20, 04103, Leipzig, Deutschland. marcus.hollenbach@web.de.
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|August 5, 2020
Summary
Endoscopic techniques now offer minimally invasive treatments for gastrointestinal lesions and complications, including advanced resection methods and submucosal tunnel techniques for conditions like achalasia.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy
Background:
- Endoscopic techniques have significantly advanced, expanding treatment options beyond traditional surgery.
- Many gastrointestinal lesions and complications previously requiring surgery can now be managed endoscopically.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present and critically evaluate interventional endoscopic techniques.
- To highlight recent advancements in endoscopic mucosal resection, submucosal dissection, and full-thickness resection.
Main Methods:
- Review of advanced endoscopic techniques including endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), submucosal dissection (SMD), and full-thickness resection.
- Discussion of submucosal tunnel creation for lesion excision and achalasia treatment.
- Evaluation of endosonography-guided interventions and cholangioscopy for pancreatic and biliary duct issues.
Main Results:
- Endoscopic mucosal resection and submucosal dissection allow for the resection of large or laterally spreading polyps.
- Full-thickness resection is achievable with specialized clips.
- Submucosal tunnel techniques enable complete excision of submucosal lesions and endoscopic myotomy for achalasia.
- Endosonography and cholangioscopy provide new therapeutic avenues for pancreatic and biliary diseases.
Conclusions:
- Interventional endoscopy has broadened its scope, offering less invasive solutions for a range of gastrointestinal conditions.
- These advanced endoscopic techniques provide effective alternatives to surgery for various lesions and complications.
Keywords:
Endoscopic full-thickness resectionEndoscopic mucosal resectionEndoscopic submucosa dissectionPeroral endoscopic myotomySubmucosal tunneling endoscopic resectionMore Related Videos
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