Balloon tamponade for control of myotomy bleeding during peroral endoscopic myotomy

Andrew M Joelson1, Sara Welinsky1, Amrita Sethi1

  • 1Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Department of Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York.

Insights

This video demonstrates balloon tamponade, a technique used to control bleeding during peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM). It offers a visual guide for managing this common complication in POEM procedures.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Endoscopic Surgery

Background:

  • Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a minimally invasive procedure for esophageal motility disorders.
  • Bleeding is a potential complication during POEM, requiring effective management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To visually demonstrate the application of balloon tamponade for controlling intraprocedural bleeding during POEM.
  • To provide a practical guide for endoscopists managing bleeding complications in POEM.

Main Methods:

  • The video showcases the step-by-step technique of deploying a balloon tamponade device to achieve hemostasis.
  • It illustrates the placement and inflation of the balloon catheter to apply direct pressure to the bleeding site.

Main Results:

  • Successful control of bleeding during POEM was achieved using balloon tamponade.
  • The technique was shown to be effective in managing intraoperative hemorrhage, allowing the procedure to continue.

Conclusions:

  • Balloon tamponade is a valuable and effective endoscopic technique for managing bleeding during POEM.
  • This visual demonstration serves as a useful educational tool for improving hemostasis management in POEM procedures.

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