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Mastering the Endoloop Technique: Tackling Thick and Long-Stalked Colon Polyps

Mastering the Endoloop Technique: Tackling Thick and Long-Stalked Colon Polyps

FromGastroenterology & Endoscopy


Mastering the Endoloop Technique: Tackling Thick and Long-Stalked Colon Polyps

FromGastroenterology & Endoscopy

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Length:
2 minutes
Released:
Aug 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

- Introduction to the management of colon polyps with thick and long stalks  - Description of pedunculated polyps, specifically Paris zero ippy type with substantial stalk  - Increased risk of bleeding during or post removal due to arteries in the stalk- Interventions to prevent postpolipectomy bleeding  - Mention of clipping injection and endoloop techniques  - Possibility of using a combination of these techniques- Explanation of endoloops and their operational difference from snares  - Visual comparison between endoloops and snares  - Endoloops lack the ease of opening and closing like snares- Standard procedure for endoloop placement  - Passing a catheter equipped with the endaloop above the polyp head  - Incremental reveal of the loop while guiding it to encircle the polyp head- Goal of snugly wrapping the endoloop around the polyp stalk  - Positioning the loop about ten from the base of the stalk  - Tightening the loop using the pushing ring or band- Color transformation of the polyp head and commencement of resection  - Polyp head changes to a blue or purplish hue  - Three stages of polyp removal: firm clenching, coagulation current, and cutting current- Caution regarding the use of clips  - Need for vigilance to avoid complications with clips
Released:
Aug 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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A medical education podcast focusing on Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.