First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (August 2-3) | 2024-3-Diagnostic_Colonscopy

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The document discusses the ASGE First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course on Diagnostic Colonoscopy, focusing on objectives, indications, contraindications, technique, and troubleshooting. Indications for colonoscopy include screening for average and high-risk individuals, surveillance for pathology history, and diagnostic purposes for unexplained GI symptoms, GI bleeding, anemia, IBD, and abnormal colon imaging. Contraindications such as perforated intestine, diverticulitis, ulcerations, ischemic necrosis, colitis, cardiopulmonary issues, and intolerance to bowel prep are highlighted. The colonoscopy technique involves thorough anal examinations, intubation, and adherence to basic rules like clear visualization, minimal air usage, lubrication, and patient comfort. Anatomic landmarks, loop formations, reduction techniques, and abdominal pressure strategies for successful colonoscopy are also covered. The importance of scope withdrawal, cleaning, meticulous examination, and techniques like retroflexion are emphasized. The summary underscores the review of indications, scope positioning, insertion techniques, loop reduction, thorough withdrawal, mucosa cleaning, fold navigation, and the need for a methodical approach during the procedure. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive guide to performing diagnostic colonoscopy effectively and safely.

Keywords

ASGE First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course

Diagnostic Colonoscopy

Indications for Colonoscopy

Contraindications for Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy Technique

Troubleshooting in Colonoscopy

Scope Withdrawal in Colonoscopy

Loop Reduction Techniques

Mucosa Cleaning in Colonoscopy

Methodical Approach in Colonoscopy