This CME activity consists of the ASGE video, Endoscopic Papillectomy for Tumors of the Major Duodenal Papilla (DV038), followed by a post-assessment and evaluation.

This video provides a comprehensive spectrum of ampullary neoplasms of the papilla of Vater with detailed video footage of endoscopic resection techniques. Featured in the video are several endoscopic papillary excision methods, their indications, important caveats in pre-excision evaluation, technical issues pertinent to endoscopic excision, follow up imaging, and complications of endoscopic papillectomy.

See a preview of this video content here.

Practicing gastrointestinal endoscopists, gastroenterologists, gastroenterology fellows and trainees, medical residents, physician assistants and nurses.

As a result of completing this activity, physicians will be able to:

• Identify some indications and contraindications to endoscopic ampullectomy. 
• Describe the management of residual lateral adenoma following ampullectomy.
• Determine the initial follow-up schedule for patients subsequent to endoscopic ampullectomy.   
 

Video Release Date:    May 1, 2008
Online CME Release Date:      May 1, 2012
Most Recent CME Review Date: January 31, 2017
CME Expiration Date:   January 31, 2020

Expected Time of Activity Completion: 15 Minutes (0.25 CME Credit)

Windows Requirements: Operating system: Windows 7+
Browser: Internet Explorer 8+, Firefox 10+, Google Chrome 10+
Internet connection: DSL, cable modem, or other high-speed connection
Flash: Adobe® Flash® Player 12+

Macintosh Requirements:
Operating system: Mac OS X 10.6.8+
Browser: Mozilla Firefox 10+, Safari 5+, Google Chrome 10+
Internet connection: DSL, cable modem, or other high-speed connection
Flash: Adobe® Flash® Player 12+

This CME activity consists of an ASGE video, followed by a post-assessment.  All materials required to complete the activity, including the video, are contained within the activity.

To complete this activity,
1. View the video.
2. Complete the Post –assessment by selecting the single best answer for each multiple choice question. You will be able to change your answer at any time until you click on the finish button. Multiple attempts are given and each question must be answered correctly before proceeding to the next question. Persons scoring 100% pass the test and can print a CME certificate. Exams can be saved to access at a later date.
3. Complete the Evaluation.

You may complete the activity in one sitting, or you may save your work in progress and complete it at a later date. However, to earn CME credits, you must complete the activity prior to the CME expiration date. 

In order to claim credit, you must complete the Post-assessment and Evaluation. Completed CME will be tracked in your account and you can print a record of this CME activity at any time. 

For technical difficulties, please contact ASGE between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm Central Time at 1-866-353-ASGE (2743). For questions related to content or CME credits, please email education@asge.org.