UGI Esophagus-ESOPHAGEAL VARICEAL TREATMENT USING A NOVEL DOPPLER PROBE METHOD

ESOPHAGEAL VARICEAL TREATMENT USING A NOVEL DOPPLER PROBE METHOD

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This video summary discusses the use of a novel Doppler approach for the treatment of esophageal varices. The current endoscopic treatment assisted by endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) method has limitations such as being time-consuming, complicated to use convex transducers, and requiring scope replacement for additional treatment. The new Doppler method solves these issues by using a through-the-scope Doppler probe to evaluate the direction, waveform, and amount of blood flow. Two case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of the Doppler-assisted variceal treatment in evaluating varices, identifying penetrating veins, and achieving hemostasis. Overall, the new Doppler method offers advantages such as simplicity, non-invasiveness, and no need for scope replacement during treatment. (No credits provided)

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Honorable Mention

Keywords

Doppler approach

esophageal varices treatment

endoscopic ultrasonography

through-the-scope Doppler probe

hemostasis