Devices and techniques for endoscopic treatment of residual and fibrotic colorectal polyps (with videos)

Publication Date

2020

Journal Title

Gastrointest Endosc

Abstract

© 2020 American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Background and Aims: Residual neoplasia after macroscopically complete EMR of large colon polyps has been reported in 10% to 32% of resections. Often, residual polyps at the site of prior polypectomy are fibrotic and nonlifting, making additional resection challenging. Methods: This document reviews devices and methods for the endoscopic treatment of fibrotic and/or residual polyps. In addition, techniques reported to reduce the incidence of residual neoplasia after endoscopic resection are discussed. Results: Descriptions of technologies and available outcomes data are summarized for argon plasma coagulation ablation, snare-tip coagulation, avulsion techniques, grasp-and-snare technique, EndoRotor endoscopic resection system, endoscopic full-thickness resection device, and salvage endoscopic submucosal dissection. Conclusions: Several technologies and techniques discussed in this document may aid in the prevention and/or resection of fibrotic and nonlifting polyps.

Volume Number

92

Issue Number

3

Pages

474 - 482

Document Type

Article

Status

Faculty

Facility

School of Medicine

Primary Department

Gastroenterology

PMID

32641215

DOI

10.1016/j.gie.2020.03.018

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