ASGE DDW Videos from Around the World | 2025-ENDOSCOPIC TRUNCAL VAGOTOMY

Video Transcription

Video Summary

The study investigates the technical feasibility of endoscopic truncal vagotomy, a minimally invasive technique aiming to replicate the acid-suppressive effects of traditional surgical vagotomy. Conducted on a large Yorkshire pig, the procedure involved identifying and transecting the anterior and posterior vagus nerves using endoscopic techniques and electrosurgical tools. The study found that both nerves were completely transected without leakage, indicating successful identification and implementation. This technique could offer a minimally invasive option for managing acid-related disorders in high-risk surgical candidates. Future studies are necessary to validate its long-term efficacy and safety in humans.

Asset Subtitle

Video Plenary Session I
Kambiz Kadkhodayan

Keywords

endoscopic truncal vagotomy

minimally invasive

acid-related disorders

electrosurgical tools

vagus nerves