This CME activity consists of the ASGE video, Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy in Gastroenterology: Where Are We Now and Where Should We Go? (OLV008), followed by a post-assessment and evaluation.

Since 2003, this flexible confocal laser endomicroscope has been used in examination of human colon diseases and upper gastrointestinal diseases in vivo. Now we can get the endoscopic diagnosis which is virtually consist with the histologic diagnosis. It would have been the ultimate objective of endoscopists from the very early phases of development of endoscopy. This video deals with the past, present, and future of confocal laser endomicroscopy in gastrointestinal field.

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

Upon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:

• Understand confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE)
• Understand the current clinical usage of CLE
• Understand the CLE findings of neoplasia in gastrointestinal tract
• Use of needle-type CLE in pancreatic cysts

Online CME Release Date: May 1, 2016
CME Expiration Date: May 1, 2019

Expected Time of Activity Completion: 37 Minutes (0.5 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.