First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (August 7 - 8) | 2022-Virtual Demonstration 2

Virtual Demonstration 2 - Thermal Therapies APC

Video Transcription

Video Summary

The video transcript discusses two thermal therapies: argon plasma coagulation (APC) and the gold probe. APC is used for small superficial lesions in the stomach, duodenum, small intestine, and colon. It involves using a cautery machine and a pedal to deliver coagulation. It is not recommended for ulcer bleeds. APC uses argon gas that is ionized and delivers cautery to the tissue. It is a superficial burn and is less likely to cause deep tissue injury. The gold probe is used for bleeding ulcers with visible vessels. It is a bipolar device that delivers low wattage energy to create thrombosis and collapse of the vessel. It requires pressure and at least 10-15 seconds of continuous current for effectiveness. These thermal therapies can be tailored to individual patients and lesions. The video provides a demonstration of using both therapies. No credits are specified in the transcript.

Keywords

thermal therapies

argon plasma coagulation

APC

gold probe

superficial lesions

bleeding ulcers