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[Prevention of bleeding in polypectomy]

A A Natalsky1, V B Filimonov1, S O Shadsky1

  • 1Pavlov Ryazan State Medical University, Ryazan, Russia.

Khirurgiia
|November 2, 2023
PubMed

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A new device for endoscopic polypectomy effectively prevents bleeding during gastrointestinal polyp removal. This safe and simple method ensures successful polyp resection with no complications.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Endoscopic Procedures

Context:

  • Gastrointestinal polyps pose a risk of bleeding during endoscopic removal.
  • Minimally invasive polypectomy requires effective bleeding prevention strategies.
  • Novel devices are needed to improve safety and outcomes in polyp treatment.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate a new device for preventing bleeding during endoscopic minimally invasive polypectomy.
  • To assess the efficacy and safety of a novel ligation device for colonic polyps.
  • To improve early treatment outcomes in patients undergoing polypectomy.

Summary:

  • A prospective trial involved 35 patients with 36 colonic polyps (>5 mm stalk diameter).
  • A novel device was used for polyp ligation, delivering and tightening a knot before polypectomy.
  • All polyps were successfully removed without technical difficulties or complications; patients were discharged within 2 days.

Impact:

  • The novel device offers a simple, effective, and safe method for preventing bleeding during polypectomy.
  • This approach can improve patient outcomes and reduce complications associated with gastrointestinal polyp removal.
  • The technology holds promise for widespread clinical adoption in endoscopic procedures.
Abstract

Keywords:
mucosal resectionpolypectomyprophylactic ligation

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