ASGE Endoscopy Live: Colonoscopy | November 2024-Endoscopy Live Case 8

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the case of a female who had a colonoscopy for a positive Cologuard test, revealing a 50-mm lesion in the rectum and two smaller lesions elsewhere. Dr. Gardiola demonstrates a hybrid technique involving APC (argon plasma coagulation) combined with EMR (endoscopic mucosal resection). The technique involves using a water jet catheter and APC probe to deliver fluid precisely, aiding in visualizing and treating lesions. The discussion highlights the need for randomized trials to validate the technique's effectiveness compared to standard methods, emphasizing safety concerns and differences in techniques. Additionally, RDI (Red Diffuse Imaging) is lauded for its effectiveness in pinpointing bleeding sites in difficult endoscopic cases, preventing more invasive interventions. Overall, the video emphasizes innovative endoscopic techniques, their benefits, and the need for further validation to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Keywords

endoscopic techniques

APC and EMR

colon lesion treatment

RDI imaging

patient safety