2024 Senior Fellows Program (2nd & 3rd Year) | September 2024-Senior Fellows Lab Demo

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Video Summary

In this comprehensive video, Dr. Wasif Abadi and Dr. Linda Ho, both experienced gastroenterologists, present a detailed walkthrough of various GI techniques and equipment. They demonstrate the practical use and nuances of handling advanced GI equipment, focusing on tools like polyp snares, hot and cold snares, and their applications in polypectomy for different types of polyps. The video emphasizes the importance of familiarizing oneself with the equipment, learning its failure points, and troubleshooting effectively—a crucial skill for GI practitioners.<br /><br />They also demonstrate the application of clips and hemostatic sprays for managing GI bleeding, using Boston Scientific’s clips and the NexPowder hemostatic spray. Detailed explanations of balloon dilation techniques using hydrostatic dilators are given, illustrating their use in treating esophageal strictures. The session covers using fluoroscopy to ascertain accurate dilation and safety guidelines to avoid perforation.<br /><br />When discussing the closure of perforations and polypectomy sites, they showcase different clips, including the Resolution 360 clip and discuss the pros and cons of using the X-TAC closure system versus the overstitch device. Key steps involved in deploying stents, particularly the Agile esophageal stent, are elaborated, offering practical tips and troubleshooting advice for esophageal stent placements.<br /><br />Throughout the presentation, Dr. Abadi and Dr. Ho stress continuous learning, good communication, and collaboration between practitioners and technicians to optimize patient care. They also highlight the importance of asking questions and leveraging the expertise of more experienced colleagues and medical reps.

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Wasif Abidi, MD and Linda Hou, MD

Keywords

GI techniques

polyp snares

polypectomy

hemostatic sprays

balloon dilation

esophageal strictures

fluoroscopy

perforation closure

stent deployment

medical equipment

gastroenterology