Endoscopy
From the Journals
Optimal management of Barrett’s esophagus without high-grade dysplasia
A cost-effectiveness analysis finds that endoscopic eradication therapy is the optimal strategy for patients with low-grade dysplasia that has...
From the Journals
AGA releases update for endoscopic treatment of Barrett’s esophagus
The update offers best practice advice for a range of clinical scenarios based on published evidence.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA clears first fully disposable duodenoscope
Boston Scientific anticipates early 2020 launch.
From the Journals
Early colonoscopy for acute lower GI bleeding fails to improve diagnostic yield or reduce rebleeding rate
Compared with elective colonoscopy, recommended procedure resulted in no statistical difference in primary or key secondary outcome.
Conference Coverage
Endoscopy-related occupational injuries run rampant in gastroenterology
SAN ANTONIO – Three-quarters of gastroenterologists have experienced endoscopy-related musculoskeletal injuries.
From the Journals
Use of PEP prophylaxis techniques may diverge from the evidence
Fewer than half of endoscopists use rectal NSAIDs in patients at average risk of post-ERCP pancreatitis, despite the evidence that supports this...
From the Journals
Disposable duodenoscope shows clinical potential
A single-use duodenoscope may reduce the risk of endoscopy-related infection while maintaining a high level of user satisfaction.
News
FDA approves Pentax duodenoscope with sterile, disposable elevator
Disposable designs reduce or eliminate the need for reprocessing certain components, a major source of between-patient duodenoscope contamination...
From the Journals
Threshold for positivity affects FIT sensitivity for detecting CRC, advanced adenomas
Specificity varied together with positivity thresholds, but less substantially than sensitivity.
Conference Coverage
Over-the-scope hemoclip prevails for upper GI bleeding
SAN ANTONIO – One audience member leapt to his feet to declare: “This is the study we’ve all been waiting for.”