Clinical implications of decision making in colorectal polypectomy: an international survey of Western endoscopists suggests priorities for change

Conclusion CSP is underutilized for small polyp resection despite its favorable safety and efficacy. Benign polyps are commonly referred for surgery and overt SMIC is underappreciated using endoscopic imaging. Addressing these issues may reduce diathermy-related adverse events, surgery, and unnecessary colonoscopic procedures for patients and reduce rates of post-colonoscopy colorectal cancer. [...] © Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  open access Full text

Source: Endoscopy International Open - February 20, 2020 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tate, David J. Desomer, Lobke Heitman, Steven J. Forbes, Nauzer Burgess, Nicholas G. Awadie, Halim Gralnek, Ian M. Geldof, Jeroen De Looze, Danny Rex, Douglas Anderson, John Bourke, Michael J. Tags: Original article Source Type: research