First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (Aug 4-5) | 2024-Therapeutic Colonoscopy

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Video Summary

The video transcript is a detailed overview of therapeutic colonoscopy procedures, focusing on topics such as lower GI bleeding, colonoscopies for polypectomy, chronic decompletion, and complications from colonoscopy interventions. Dr. Sawanee Nam from Johns Hopkins highlights the importance of careful lesion classification, appropriate injection techniques for submucosal lifting, and precise resection methods for polyps. The video covers strategies for managing post-polypectomy bleeding, barotrauma, and perforation risk during colonoscopy. Additionally, the use of a colonic decompression tube in cases of distended colon or pseudo-obstruction is discussed. Detailed instructions on technique, precaution, and best practices are emphasized throughout the presentation.

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Dr. Saowanee Ngamruengphong

Keywords

therapeutic colonoscopy

lower GI bleeding

polypectomy

colonic decompression

post-polypectomy bleeding

barotrauma

perforation risk

submucosal lifting