GI Now for Group Practice-Small Bowel Imaging

Video Transcription

Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the use of deep enteroscopy techniques to visualize and treat small bowel disorders. It explains that capsule endoscopy is a valuable method for searching for small bowel diseases and provides an overview of how capsule endoscopes work. It highlights the importance of deep enteroscopy in providing endoscopic therapy and outlines the indications for using deep enteroscopy, such as in patients with Crohn's disease or with obscure gastrointestinal bleeding.<br /><br />The video explains the different methods of deep enteroscopy, including double balloon enteroscopy, single balloon enteroscopy, and spiral enteroscopy. It discusses the techniques and maneuvers involved in each method and emphasizes the importance of coordinated teamwork. The video also describes various advanced imaging methods that can be used during deep enteroscopy, such as chromoendoscopy, virtual chromoendoscopy, and confocal laser endomicroscopy.<br /><br />The transcript covers the endoscopic appearance of common small bowel pathologies, including Crohn's disease, celiac disease, Whipple's disease, and small bowel tumors. It discusses the hemostatic methods used for small bowel bleeding and the techniques for polypectomy and dilation of strictures. The video also mentions the extraction of foreign bodies using deep enteroscopy techniques and the placement of self-expandable metal stents.<br /><br />It concludes by addressing the complications associated with deep enteroscopy, such as pancreatitis, bleeding, and perforation. The video provides an algorithm for categorizing these complications and emphasizes the importance of thorough patient preparation and choosing appropriate sedation methods based on the patient's clinical status.<br /><br />No credits are given in the transcript.

Keywords

deep enteroscopy techniques

capsule endoscopy

endoscopic therapy

Crohn's disease

advanced imaging methods

small bowel pathologies

complications of deep enteroscopy