Biopsy sampling in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy – a survey from ten tertiary referral centres across Europe.

This study aimed to give an overview on current practice in tertiary referral centres across Europe. METHODS: Data was collected at ten tertiary referral centres. Demographic data, the indication for each procedure, endoscopic findings and the number and sampling site of biopsies were recorded. Findings were compared between centres and factors influencing the decision to take biopsies explored. RESULTS: Biopsies were taken in 56.6% of 9425 procedures, with significant variation between centres (p
Source: Digestive Diseases - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research