Retroview Colonoscopy
A retroview in the colon permits an 11–25% increase in the adenoma detection rate when compared with a standard straight forward view during colonoscopy. This can often be accomplished in…
Advanced Endoscopic Resection of Colorectal Lesions
Advanced endoscopic resection techniques allow curative treatment of difficult colonic lesions and avoid the need for surgery in certain cases. If endoscopic resection is indicated, the choice of the most…
Colonoscopic Polypectomy
Colonoscopic polypectomy is fundamental to effective colonoscopy. Through its impact on the polyp-cancer sequence, colonoscopic polypectomy reduces colorectal cancer incidence and mortality. Because it eliminates electrosurgical risk, cold snaring has…
Optimal Withdrawal and Examination in Colonoscopy
The primary goal of most colonoscopies, whether performed for screening, surveillance, or diagnostic examinations (those performed for symptoms or positive screening tests other than colonoscopy) is the detection of neoplasia…
Dedication
This issue of Gastroenterology Clinics of North America is dedicated to the following people: Nadine, Joe, and Nicholas My parents My teachers and mentors Related posts: Advanced Endoscopic Resection of…
Forthcoming Issues
Forthcoming Issues December 2013 Disorders of the Anorectum and Pelvic Floor David J. Maron, MD, and Steven D. Wexner, MD, Editors March 2014 GERD Joel Richter, MD, Editor June 2014…
Colonoscopy and Polypectomy: Moving Forward in the Battle Against Colorectal Cancer
Charles J. Kahi, MD, MSCR, Editor Why a new publication about colonoscopy and polypectomy? A well-performed, high-quality colonoscopy prevents colorectal cancer and saves lives. Far from merely being a stagnant…
Management of Radiation Proctitis
Radiation damage to the rectum following radiotherapy for pelvic malignancies can range from acute dose-limiting side effects to major morbidity affecting health-related quality of life. No standard guidelines exist for…
Sexually Transmitted and Anorectal Infectious Diseases
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common and they can involve the anus and rectum in both men and women. In this article, the main bacterial and viral STDs that affect…
Anal Squamous Intraepithelial Neoplasia
Diagnosis, follow up, and treatment of anal intraepithelial neoplasia are complex and not standardized. This may be partly caused by poor communication of biopsy and cytology findings between pathologists and…
