Publication Date
2019
Journal Title
VideoGIE
Abstract
© 2019 American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy With the development of reliable endoscopic closure techniques and tools, endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFTR) is emerging as a therapeutic option for the treatment of subepithelial tumors and epithelial neoplasia with significant fibrosis. EFTR may be categorized as “exposed” and “nonexposed.” In exposed EFTR, the full-thickness resection is undertaken with a tunneled or nontunneled technique, with subsequent closure of the defect. In nonexposed EFTR, a secure serosa-to-serosa apposition is achieved before full-thickness resection of the isolated lesion. This document reviews current techniques and devices used for EFTR and reviews clinical applications and outcomes.
Volume Number
4
Issue Number
8
Pages
343 - 350
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Gastroenterology
PMID
DOI
10.1016/j.vgie.2019.03.010