First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (July 31 - August 1)

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Video Summary

In this video, Jennifer Jorgensen discusses diagnostic colonoscopy and provides tips for performing the procedure effectively. She starts by explaining the main indications for diagnostic colonoscopy, which include screening for colon cancer, surveillance after finding a polyp or cancer, and diagnosing patients with symptoms such as GI bleeding, anemia, diarrhea, or abnormal colon imaging. She also discusses situations where colonoscopy should be avoided, such as in patients with a perforated colon or severe colitis. Jorgensen then goes on to provide tips for performing a successful colonoscopy, including techniques for reducing loops, ways to improve scope insertion, and thorough examination of the colon during withdrawal. She also emphasizes the importance of patient comfort, proper ergonomics, and being mindful of complications. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of diagnostic colonoscopy and tips for performing the procedure effectively and safely. No credits were mentioned.

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Jennifer Jorgensen, MD

Keywords

diagnostic colonoscopy

tips

procedure

indications

screening

colon cancer