ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program OPEN | April 2022-Session 14 - Virtual Bioskills

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses polypectomy techniques, specifically focusing on snare polypectomy. A snare is a lasso-like tool used to remove lesions in the gastrointestinal tract. The snare comes in various shapes, sizes, and filaments/wires. The speaker demonstrates how the snare is used by creating a loop and placing it around a polyp. They explain that the snare can be used both cold (without electrosurgery) and hot (with electrosurgery). When using electrosurgery, a grounding pad is necessary to complete the circuit. The speaker emphasizes the importance of ensuring the grounding pad is flat against the patient's skin and free of any objects that could cause injury. They demonstrate the process of performing a polypectomy using a snare, both outside the body and inside a stomach phantom. They also mention the need to retrieve the resected tissue for pathological diagnosis. The video ends with some additional information about capsule endoscopes and disposable scopes.

Keywords

polypectomy techniques

snare polypectomy

gastrointestinal tract

snare shapes

snare sizes