Abstract
With the development of reliable endoscopic closure techniques and tools, endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFTR) is emerging as a therapeutic option for the treatment of subepithelial tumors and epithelial neoplasia with significant fibrosis. EFTR may be categorized as “exposed” and “nonexposed.” In exposed EFTR, the full-thickness resection is undertaken with a tunneled or nontunneled technique, with subsequent closure of the defect. In nonexposed EFTR, a secure serosa-to-serosa apposition is achieved before full-thickness resection of the isolated lesion. This document reviews current techniques and devices used for EFTR and reviews clinical applications and outcomes.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 343-350 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | VideoGIE |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2019 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging
- Gastroenterology