Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease Education’s Post

𝐏𝐇𝐘𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐀𝐋: Dr. Vikram Budhraja, Hampshire Gastroenterology, emphasizes the importance of a thorough endoscopy screening for patients at risk. Traditional forceps biopsies often fall short, making it feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.   The WATS3D assay provides endoscopists with comprehensive screening and confidence in their diagnosis, ensuring patients receive the best care possible.   #PatientCare #EarlyDetection #WATS3D #GI #BarrettsEsophagus #Screening

This HealthConnect video presents the results of a clincial study that investigated the prevalence and outcomes of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) over 18 years at a tertiary bariatric referral center. To view the video, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e79ptjFH. The clincial study, published in Surgical Endoscopy, can be accessed at: https://lnkd.in/emyTmFWj. VIVUS is committed to building awareness of EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) and providing treatment options to help patients manage this lifelong condition. To learn more about our work in this area, please visit VIVUS.com. #treatingEPI #exocrinepancreaticinsufficiency #vivusllc

🚨 Now in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 🚨 https://lnkd.in/gb7Y5ZD4 In a SRMA of 9 comparative studies, endoscopic submucosal tunneling techniques had a higher clinical success and trend toward lower recurrence compared to flexible endoscopic septotomy. Delgado & Meine et al. (2024)

Join us as we discuss AGA’s latest clinical practice guideline. Barrett’s esophagus (BE) is the pre-cursor to esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) on June 11, 2024, from 12-1 p.m. EDT. Endoscopic eradication therapy (EET) can be effective in eradicating BE and related neoplasia, but has greater risk of harms and resource use than surveillance endoscopy. This webinar will provide clinicians with evidence-based practice recommendations for the use of EET in BE and related neoplasia. Guideline authors will share best practices and provide: ✅ A comprehensive outline of the indications for EET in the management of BE and related neoplasia ✅ Guidance regarding the considerations surrounding implementation of EET Register: https://ow.ly/NUQj50RRqrS

EsoCheck® with Collect+Protect™ Technology is a quick, non-invasive way for clinicians to collect esophageal cells for analysis, without endoscopy. The small EsoCheck capsule, similar in size to a daily vitamin or gel cap, is easy for patients to swallow. Unlike older technology, the capsule doesn't need to dissolve, which means no waiting time and a fast ~3 minute procedure. The Esocheck device is featured in the 2022 American College of Gastroenterology Clinical Guideline as an alternative to endoscopy for screening for BE. Learn more about the patient recommended EsoCheck: https://lnkd.in/gU5JsJJR

Q3 Medicals Biodegradable implants like Archimedes and Unity B are the next generation of "Smart Implants" that are clinically proven to improve patient outcomes & quality of life while reducing cost & impacting sustainability!#Q3medical ; #Biodegradables; #Archimedes; #UnityB ; #ClinicallyProven #ReducingtheTotalCostofCare ; #CreatingValueByHelpingPeople

You could reduce your GI patient transport by 46%... The transfer of critically ill GI patients to the OR or endoscopy unit is not only resource-intensive, it has been associated with adverse events.  According to a recent study*, however, Gastroenterologists estimate that under the right conditions, patient transport could be reduced by 46%. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dQauhKS3 #Gastroscope #SingleUseEndoscopy #ICU #TherapeuticGastroscope #BleedManagement *United European Gastroenterology Journal Volume 11: 31st United European Gastroenterology Week 2023 Oct 2023

In a randomized controlled trial involving 65 patients with unresectable cholangiocarcinoma, patients who received combined therapy—biliary stent placement plus radiofrequency ablation (#RFA)—had significantly longer survival (13.2 vs. 8.3 months, P < .001) Learn how our Endoluminal Radiofrequency Ablation (ELRA) technology can enhance patients’ palliative care through ASGE's (American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy) recent Technology Status Evaluation Report focused on Pancreas and Biliary Ablation Devices. Read article: https://lnkd.in/gQtAjrcD Get started with #ELRA: https://lnkd.in/dEadVk2M INDICATION: The ELRA Electrode is a radiofrequency (RF) catheter which provides bipolar energy to perform partial or complete ablation of tissue in the pancreatic and biliary tracts. #RFA #STARmedAmerica #ClinicalEvidence #PalliativeCare

A new randomized controlled trial by Soriani et. al. compared the use of OTSC® vs through-the-scope clips (TTSC) as first-line treatment for peptic ulcer bleeding. The study shows the high efficacy of OTSC® in terms of successful hemostasis and overall clinical success. Take a look at the key results below!   Soriani P, Biancheri P, Bonura GF, Gabbani T, Rodriguez de Santiago E, Dioscoridi L, Andrisani G, Luigiano C, Deiana S, Rainer J, Del Buono M, Amendolara R, Marino M, Hassan C, Repici A, Manno M. Over-the-scope clip as first-line treatment of peptic ulcer bleeding: a multicentre randomized controlled trial (TOP Study). Endoscopy. 2024 Apr 10. doi: 10.1055/a-2303-4824. Epub ahead of print.   More information on the OTSC® System: https://lnkd.in/dCtYPfb #Ovesco #Innovation #RCT #OTSC

📍 CLINICAL GUIDE: CANDIDA ESOPHAGITIS 🔍 Classic Appearance: • "Cottage cheese-like" white plaques • Multiple confluent, protuberant lesions • Yellowish-white appearance 🚩 Key Clinical Points: • Common in immunocompromised patients • Presents with dysphagia ("food sticking") • Distinguished from odynophagia (pain on swallowing) 💊 Management Approach: • Empiric fluconazole trial appropriate in right setting • If no improvement in 1 week → Endoscopy + biopsy • Duration: typically 7 days