Another Use for Padlock Clip
Mohamad Awf Mouchli1, Vikas Chitnavis2
1Gastroenterology, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, USA.
Cureus
|November 2, 2020
Summary
The Padlock clip effectively removed non-lifting colon polyps, even those with fibrosis from prior procedures. This endoscopic approach offers a new option for challenging polyp resections.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Endoscopic Surgery
Background:
- Non-lifting colon polyps with fibrosis present challenges for endoscopic resection.
- Prior interventions can complicate polyp removal, necessitating specialized tools.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the experience using the Padlock clip for resecting non-lifting colon polyps.
- To evaluate the efficacy of the Padlock clip in managing difficult colon polyp cases.
Main Methods:
- Case series describing the use of the Padlock clip.
- Endoscopic mucosal resection technique adapted for challenging polyps.
Main Results:
- The Padlock clip was successfully used to resect non-lifting colon polyps.
- The study details the technique and outcomes in a series of patients.
Conclusions:
- The Padlock clip is a viable tool for endoscopic management of non-lifting colon polyps, particularly those with fibrosis.
- This clip offers a potential solution for difficult polyp resections previously managed with different institutional tools.
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