ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program OPEN | April 2022-Session 11 - Virtual Bioskills

Session 11 - Virtual Bioskills - Basic Scope Handling

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Video Summary

The video is a virtual Bioskills Lab session led by Dr. Keith Opstein from Vanderbilt University. The session consists of a series of endoscopic videos and instructions. Dr. Opstein provides an overview of basic scope handling, explaining the functionality of gastrointestinal endoscopes, including buttons for insufflation, irrigation, suction, and articulation of the tip. He demonstrates the technique of holding the endoscope in a V formation and explains the functions of various buttons and wheels. The video also discusses the similarities and differences between upper endoscopes and colonoscopes, as well as the importance of coordination and familiarity with the devices in performing gastrointestinal endoscopy. Credits: Dr. Keith Opstein, Vanderbilt University.

Keywords

virtual Bioskills Lab session

Dr. Keith Opstein

endoscopic videos

gastrointestinal endoscopes

scope handling