Abstract
The 2 most significant complications of colonoscopy with polypectomy are bleeding and perforation. Incidence rates for bleeding (0.1%-0.6%) and perforation (0.7%-0.9%) are generally low. Recognition of pertinent risk factors helps to prevent these complications, which can be grouped into patient-related, polyp-related, and technique/device-related factors. Endoscopists should be equipped to manage bleeding and perforation. Currently available devices and techniques are reviewed to achieve hemostasis and close colon perforations.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 335-357 |
Number of pages | 23 |
Journal | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America |
Volume | 25 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 1 2015 |
Keywords
- Colonoscopy
- Complications
- Management
- Perforation
- Polypectomy
- Postpolypectomy bleeding
- Prevention
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Gastroenterology