This CME activity consists of the ASGE video, Endoscopic Tissue Sampling of the Upper GI Tract: From Forceps to Optical, followed by a post-assessment and evaluation.

Adequate tissue sampling is the most essential element of endoscopy. The results of biopsies significantly influence clinical decisions and patient management. This DVD will first review the indications and basic techniques of conventional forceps biopsy by specific GI tract location and by disease such as Barrett’s esophagus and benign/malignant gastric ulcers. Participates will be  introduced to clinical situations where advanced tissue sampling techniques help with diagnosis including strip biopsy, endoscopic resection of mucosal and submucosal lesions and EUS guided needle biopsy. Finally there will be discussion on the recent clinical application of optical biopsies using confocal endomicroscopy. 

See a preview of this video content here.

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

Upon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:
•    Discuss the indications and complications related to tissue sampling.
•    Discuss which tissue sampling methods are needed for specific clinical situations.

Video Release Date:    May 1, 2012
Most Recent CME Review Date:      January 1, 2015
CME Expiration Date:  January 1, 2018
Expected Time of Activity Completion:  45 Minutes (0.75 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.