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Approaching a Difficult Colonoscopy - Scoping Summary
Risk factors for failed C-scope:
 • Incr Age
 • Female
Private practice setting ... 1) Redundant Colon ... straightening devices ... Endoscopy #diagnosis #management ... #algorithm
Diarrhea Workup and Management Algorithm in Transplant Patients
First Tier Microbiologic-Testing:
1. C. difficile PCR (Stool)
2. CMV qPCR
Diarrhea Workup and Management ... Algorithm in Transplant ... C. difficile PCR ... Colonoscopy +/- ... #Algorithm #Transplant
Gastroenterology Endoscopy Tools and Accessories - A Visual Catalog for Trainees and Young Gastroenterologists
Biopsy Forceps:
retrieval of large polyp ... retrieval of large polyp ... - For polyp ligation ... mucosa Stricture Management ... Used to aid in difficult
Endoscopic Full-Thickness Resection (EFTR) - Polyp Resection Techniques
Technique:
 • Planned resection margins marked thermally. The full-thickness
full-thickness resection device ... placed onto the colonoscope ... in difficult anatomic ... the FTRD mounted colonoscope ... #Resection #Management
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
any mention of a difficult ... Any implantable devices ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... surgery Stress Testing ... medical and surgical management
Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based tests:
 • FIT: 79% sensitivity, 94% specificity for CRC
visualization: • Colonoscopy ... lesions or SSLs • Colon ... specificity for polyps ... comparison #table #management ... gastroenterology #CRC #Testing
ACA Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines

When to Screen?
When to Stop?
Family History

Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based
visualization: • Colonoscopy ... lesions or SSLs • Colon ... specificity for polyps ... comparison #table #management ... gastroenterology #CRC #Testing