polypectomy

Incomplete Polyp Resection Often to Blame for PCCRC

At least 22% of post-colonoscopy colorectal cancer is likely related to incomplete polyp resection, researchers ...

AUGUST 6, 2025

7 Tips for Surveillance Colonoscopy: Getting the Intervals Right

GI providers are getting used to the updated intervals for colon cancer surveillance after polypectomy, but ...

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

High-Quality Photo Documentation of Polypectomy Is Lacking

Despite recommendations to adequately photo-document large polyps, a study from Cleveland Clinic found that only ...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

No Appreciable Benefit for Cold Over Hot Snare EMR in Large-Polyp Resection

Universal application of cold EMR for all large colorectal polyps resulted in no significant safety benefits over ...

AUGUST 28, 2024

What’s Best for Resecting Small Polyps?

When removing nonpedunculated polyps smaller than 10 mm, what technique is best: cold snare polypectomy or cold ...

AUGUST 24, 2024

Expert Panel Seeks to Guide Referral for Large Polyps

A panel of 24 international experts has developed standards for referral for large nonpedunculated colorectal ...

AUGUST 14, 2024

Cutting to the Chase: Tips for When and How to Use Cold Snares

The increased safety of cold snare polypectomy for removing small colon polyps has spurred its more frequent use.

AUGUST 5, 2024

GI Cancer Imaging, Resection and H. pylori Treatment

This month’s Sharma’s Endoscopy Insights focuses on GI cancers, specifically colon and gastric cancers.

APRIL 11, 2024

Increased Cold Snare Polypectomy Use Associated With Higher ADRs

Only about half of colonoscopists are following guideline recommendation to use cold snare polypectomy for ...

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Better Outcomes With EMR Within 6 Weeks After Failed Polypectomy

Previously manipulated colorectal polyps should be referred for definitive endoscopic mucosal resection within six ...

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Placing the Optimal India Ink Tattoo

Marking a specific location in the gastrointestinal tract can be important to identify the site of a prior ...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Doppler Monitoring Can ID Delayed Post-Polypectomy Ulcer Bleeding

SAN DIEGO—Doppler monitoring of blood flow associated with hemoclipping or thermal ablation of arteries is ...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

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