scholarly journals Feasibility of ultrathin endoscope for esophageal endoscopic submucosal dissection

2021 ◽  
Vol 09 (04) ◽  
pp. E606-E609
Author(s):  
Daisuke Kikuchi ◽  
Masami Tanaka ◽  
Satoshi Nakamura ◽  
Kosuke Nomura ◽  
Junnosuke Hayasaka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Clinical Problem ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Extensive Resection ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Transparent Hood ◽  
Major Clinical Problem

Abstract Background and study aims Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is widely performed for superficial esophageal cancer, but stricture after extensive resection is a major clinical problem. Using an ultrathin endoscope would enable endoscopists to approach lesions beyond the stricture. We evaluated the feasibility of an ultrathin endoscope for esophageal ESD. Methods To perform ESD with an ultrathin endoscope, we developed a transparent hood and ESD knife. A total of 24 esophageal ESDs were performed by two endoscopists with excised and live porcine esophaguses. A GIF-Q260 J and Dual knife were used in the conventional group and the GIF-XP260NS and a newly developed knife were used in the ultrathin group. En bloc resection rates, perforation rates, and procedure times were compared. Results All 24 lesions were resected en bloc without perforation. The mean procedure time was longer in the ultrathin group, although not significantly so (274.3 ± 81.8 s vs 435.8 ± 313.9 s, respectively; P = 0.22). Conclusion Although the procedure time was longer in the ultrathin group, en bloc resection was performed without any perforation. The findings indicate that esophageal ESD with an ultrathin endoscope is feasible.

Short-term outcomes following endoscopic submucosal dissection of large protruding colorectal neoplasms

Endoscopy ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (06) ◽  
pp. 606-612 ◽  
Author(s):  
Taku Sakamoto ◽  
Yutaka Saito ◽  
Fumihiko Nakamura ◽  
Seiichiro Abe ◽  
Hiroyuki Takamaru ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Colorectal Neoplasms ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Technical Difficulty ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
Short Term ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection

Abstract Background Although submucosal dissection is useful for treating laterally spreading colorectal tumors, there is little information regarding the endoscopic treatment of large protruding colorectal neoplasms. Here, we aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes of endoscopic submucosal dissection for protruding colorectal neoplasms ≥ 20 mm in diameter. Methods In total, 112 consecutive patients undergoing treatment between January 2005 and June 2017 were enrolled retrospectively. The study period was divided into six periods to evaluate any changes in outcomes over time. We reviewed all short-term clinical outcomes, including lesion characteristics, procedure time, and percentages of en bloc resection, curative resection, adverse events, and treatment discontinuation. Results The percentages of en bloc, en bloc R0, and en bloc curative resections were 88 %, 82 %, and 59 %, respectively. Perforation occurred in 11 patients (10 %), and the endoscopic procedure was discontinued in five patients (4 %) because of technical difficulty. For lesions ≥ 40 mm in diameter, the procedure time showed a statistically significant decreasing trend in the latter half of the study period. However, the rate of cure did not improve along with enhancements to the procedure’s technological aspects. Conclusions Although endoscopic submucosal dissection for large protruding lesions has advanced in terms of its technical aspects, its ability to cure large protruding neoplasms has not shown gratifying results.

scholarly journals Scissor-type knife improves the safety of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) among endoscopists without experience in ESD: a randomized ex vivo study

2021 ◽  
Vol 09 (08) ◽  
pp. E1207-E1213
Author(s):  
Kavel Visrodia ◽  
Tarek Sawas ◽  
Liam Zakko ◽  
Juan Reyes Genere ◽  
Cadman Leggett ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Events ◽  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Muscle Injury ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Lower Proportion ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection

Abstract Background and study aims Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is technically challenging, difficult to learn, and carries a substantial risk of perforation, all of which remain significant barriers to its adoptability. We aimed to determine whether use of a novel scissor-type knife improved efficacy and safety among novice performers of ESD. Materials and methods Following a brief didactic session on ESD, participants performed ESD of two lesions (2 cm diameter) in an ex vivo porcine gastric model. One resection was performed with a conventional knife and the other with the scissor knife (order of knife randomized). We recorded procedure time, successful en bloc resection, and adverse events (including full-thickness perforation and muscle injury) for each dissection. Participants completed a post-study survey. Results 10 endoscopists (8 trainees, 2 staff) considered novices in ESD participated. Compared with the conventional knife, use of the scissor knife was associated with a significantly shorter time to completion of submucosal dissection (mean 6.2 [SD 5.6] vs. 15.6 [SD 15.6] minutes; P = 0.04) and total procedure time was not significantly different (22.1 [SD 13.3] vs. 24.9 [SD 26.5] minutes; P = 0.65). Scissor knife use was also associated with a significantly lower proportion of perforation and/or muscle injury (10.0 % vs. 70.0 %; P < 0.01) and proportion of muscle injury alone (10.0 % vs. 60.0 %; P  = 0.02). Conclusions Among novices performing ESD on an ex vivo animal model, use of a scissor knife was associated with a significantly lower proportion of adverse events without prolonging procedure time. Scissor-type knives may improve ESD safety, at least among novices.

scholarly journals Usefulness of epinephrine-added injection solution to reduce procedure time for gastric endoscopic submucosal dissection

2020 ◽  
Vol 08 (08) ◽  
pp. E1044-E1051
Author(s):  
Shuntaro Inoue ◽  
Noriya Uedo ◽  
Takahiro Tabuchi ◽  
Kentaro Nakagawa ◽  
Masayasu Ohmori ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Tumor Type ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
Injection Solution ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Delayed Bleeding ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Background and study aims Epinephrine-added submucosal injection solution is used to facilitate hemostasis of non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding and to prevent delayed bleeding of large pedunculated colorectal lesions. However, its benefit in gastric endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for early gastric cancer (EGC) is unclear. The effectiveness of epinephrine-added injection solution for outcomes of gastric ESD was examined using propensity score matching analysis. Patients and methods A total of 1,599 patients with solitary EGC (83 with non-epinephrine-added solution and 1,516 with epinephrine-added solution) between 2011 and 2018 were enrolled. Propensity scores were calculated to balance the distribution of baseline characteristics: age, sex, tumor location, specimen size, presence of ulcer scar, tumor depth, histological tumor type, and operators’ experience, and 1:3 matching was performed. En bloc resection rate, mean procedure time, delayed bleeding rate, and perforation rate were compared between the non-epinephrine (n = 79) and epinephrine (n = 237) groups. Results Mean procedure time was significantly shorter in the epinephrine group than in the non-epinephrine group (60 vs. 78 min, P < 0.001). No significant difference was found in the rate of en bloc resection (both 99 %), incidence of delayed bleeding (both 6 %), or perforation (0 vs. 0.8 %) between the two groups. In multiple linear regression analysis, use of epinephrine-added solution was independently associated with short procedure time (P < 0.001) after adjustment for other covariates. Conclusion The results suggest that epinephrine-added injection solution is useful for reduction of gastric ESD procedure time, warranting validation in a randomized controlled trial.

scholarly journals The efficacy of the pocket-creation method for cases with severe fibrosis in colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection

2018 ◽  
Vol 06 (08) ◽  
pp. E975-E983 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naohisa Yoshida ◽  
Yuji Naito ◽  
Ritsu Yasuda ◽  
Takaaki Murakami ◽  
Ryohei Hirose ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
Resection Rate ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Intramucosal Cancer ◽  
Colorectal Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Severe Fibrosis

Abstract Background and study aims Severe fibrosis poses a challenge in colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). Recently, the pocket-creation method (PCM) has been developed for overcoming various difficulties of ESD. A specific tapered hood is used for adequate traction in the PCM, and endoscopic operability becomes stable in the pocket. In this study, we investigated the efficacy of the PCM in ESD for cases with severe fibrosis. Patients and methods We retrospectively reviewed 1000 consecutive colorectal ESD cases (April 2006 to January 2017). Since 2016, the PCM was performed in 58 cases. The indications for ESD included (1) tumors ≥ 20 mm in size diagnosed as intramucosal cancer or high-grade dysplasia and part of T1a cancer using magnifying endoscopic examinations and (2) tumors that appeared impossible to resect with endoscopic mucosal resection because of suspected fibrosis. We identified 120 cases with severe fibrosis and compared them to cases without severe fibrosis. Additionally, the 120 severe fibrosis cases were divided into the PCM and non-PCM groups. En bloc resection, procedure time, discontinuation, and complications were analyzed between these 2 groups. Results Among all 1000 ESDs, severe fibrosis and discontinuation rates were 12.0 % (120 cases) and 1.8 % (18 cases), respectively. Regarding the comparison between cases with severe fibrosis and with no severe fibrosis, there were significant differences about en bloc resection rate (78.3 % vs. 95.7 %, P < 0.001), discontinuance rate (12.5 % vs. 0.3 %, P < 0.001), and perforation rate (8.3 % vs. 2.6 %, P = 0.001). Among the 120 cases with severe fibrosis, 21 and 99 cases were in the PCM and non-PCM groups, respectively. The PCM group had a higher en bloc resection rate (95.2 vs. 74.7, P =  0.03), a shorter mean procedure time (min) (79.6 ± 26.5 vs. 118.8 ± 71.0, P = 0.001), and no cases of discontinuation. An analysis of the interobserver agreement for the diagnosis of severe fibrosis among the 3 endoscopists showed kappa values of > 0.6. Conclusions In cases with severe fibrosis, the PCM with ESD improved en bloc resection rates and shortened the procedure time compared to the conventional non-PCM method. Additionally, the PCM reduced the discontinuation rate.

scholarly journals Resectability of Rectal Neuroendocrine Tumors Using Endoscopic Mucosal Resection with a Ligation Band Device and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Hong Kyu Lim ◽  
Seong Jun Lee ◽  
Dong Hoon Baek ◽  
Do Youn Park ◽  
Bong Eun Lee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection ◽  
Neuroendocrine Tumors ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Complete Resection ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Therapeutic Outcomes

Background. Rectal neuroendocrine tumors NETs<10 mm in diameter, limited to the submucosa without local or distant metastasis, can be treated endoscopically. Endoscopic mucosal resection with a ligation band device (EMR-L) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) have been employed to resect rectal NETs. We evaluated and compared the clinical outcomes of EMR-L and ESD for endoscopic resection of rectal NETs G1<10 mm in diameter. Methods. We conducted a retrospective study of 82 rectal NETs in 82 patients who underwent either EMR-L or ESD. Therapeutic outcomes (en bloc resection and complete resection rates), procedure time, and procedure-related adverse events were evaluated. Additionally, we measured the distance of the lateral and vertical margins from the border of the tumor in pathologic specimens and compared the resectability between EMR-L and ESD. Results. Sixty-six lesions were treated using EMR-L and 16 using ESD. En bloc resection was achieved in all patients. The complete resection rate with EMR-L was significantly higher than that with ESD (95.5% vs.75.0%, p=0.025). The prevalence of vertical margin involvement was significantly higher in the ESD group than in the EMR-L group (12.5% vs. 0%, p=0.036), and ESD was more time consuming than EMR-L (24.21±12.18 vs. 7.05±4.53 min, p<0.001). The lateral and vertical margins were more distant in the EMR-L group than in the ESD group (lateral margin distance, 1661±849 vs. 1514±948 μm; vertical margin distance, 277±308 vs. 202±171 μm). Conclusions. EMR-L is more favorable for small rectal NETs with respect to therapeutic outcomes, procedure time, and technical difficulties. Additionally, EMR-L enables achievement of sufficient vertical margin distances.

scholarly journals A new traction method (traction ring) for colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection: a retrospective study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xinyuan Huang ◽  
Hui-Hong Zhai ◽  
Ming Ji ◽  
Peng Li ◽  
Yinglin Niu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
R0 Resection ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Colorectal Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Traction System

Abstract Background Colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is a challenging operation because it is often difficult to attain good visualization of the submucosal layer. Lots of traction methods have been developed to facilitate submucosal dissection, but still not widely applied. Therefore, we designed a new traction device "traction ring". This pilot study is to evaluate if traction ring is feasible and safe for colorectal ESD. Methods We retrospectively analyzed 20 patients with colorectal lesions who had undergone traction ring assisted ESD. The main outcome was the rate of en bloc resection, R0 resection rate, procedure time, resection time, intraoperative and postoperative complications. Results The median procedure time was 74.5 min (range 35–269 min.). The median resection time was 55 min (range 25–209 min.). The application of the traction system accounting for only 2.7% of the whole procedure time. Rate of en bloc resection was 95% (19/20). Rate of R0 resections was 90% (18/20). All traction rings were successfully settled and retrieved. No serious excessive intraoperative bleeding was observed. One patient was found perforation after treatment, no further intervention was required. No delayed complications were observed within one month after the operation. Conclusions This retrospective study demonstrated that the new countertraction method (traction ring) may become a safe, effective and simple way to assist ESD for colorectal lesions.

scholarly journals Endoscopic submucosal dissection with a novel high viscosity injection solution (LiftUp) in an ex vivo model: a prospective randomized study

2019 ◽  
Vol 07 (05) ◽  
pp. E641-E646 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Wedi ◽  
P. Koehler ◽  
J. Hochberger ◽  
J. Maiss ◽  
S. Milenovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Western World ◽  
Procedure Time ◽  
Ex Vivo Model ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection

Abstract Introduction Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is increasingly being used in the western world. Submucosal injectates are an essential tool for the ESD procedure. In this study, we evaluated a novel copolymer injectate (LiftUp, Ovesco, Tübingen Germany) in an established ESD model (EASIE-R) in comparison to existing submucosal injectables. Materials and methods We conducted a prospective, randomized ex vivo study performing ESD with three injectates: LiftUp, hydroxyethyl starch (HAES 6 %) and normal saline solution (NaCl 0.9 %). A total of 60 artificial lesions, each 3 × 3 cm in size, were resected in an ex vivo porcine model, utilizing one of the three studied injectates (n = 20 ESDs per injectate). Study parameters were: en bloc resection rate, perforation rate, lifting property, time of injection, injectate volume, general ESD procedure time, and overall procedure time. Results All 60 lesions were successfully resected using the standard ESD technique. LiftUp had no procedure related perforations, one perforation occurred in the HAES group, and two perforations in the NaCl group (P > 0.05). Furthermore, adequate lifting was achieved in 16/20 (80 %) using LiftUp, 6/20 (30 %) in the HAES group and 6/20 (30 %) in the NaCl group (P < 0.0002). En bloc resection was achieved in 19 (95 %) with LiftUp, in 20 (100 %) with HAES, and in 16 (80 %) with NaCl. General ESD procedure time and overall procedure time were not different among the three groups. Conclusion LiftUp appears to be a safe alternative to established fluids for ESD. It had a significantly improved lifting effect and required significantly less injected volume compared to well-established lifting solutions.

scholarly journals Fibrin glue: Novel submucosal injection agent for endoscopic submucosal dissection

2021 ◽  
Vol 09 (03) ◽  
pp. E319-E323
Author(s):  
Madoka Takao ◽  
Yoshitaka Takegawa ◽  
Toshitatsu Takao ◽  
Hiroya Sakaguchi ◽  
Yoshiko Nakano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Fibrin Glue ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Injection ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Vitro Model ◽  
Histopathologic Findings

Abstract Background and study aims Adequate mucosal elevation by submucosal injection is crucial for patient safety and efficiency during endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of fibrin glue (FG) as a long-lasting submucosal injection agent and to evaluate the technical feasibility of FG injection for ESD. Materials and methods To compare the capabilities of different agents in maintaining submucosal evaluation, we injected FG, hyaluronic acid solution, and normal saline into the porcine gastric specimen that was incised into approximately 5 × 5 cm squares. Then, we measured the height of submucosal elevations over time. Moreover, three hypothetical lesions from the resected porcine stomach underwent ESD with FG injection. Thereafter, we conducted macroscopic and histopathologic analyses. Results FG maintained the greatest submucosal elevation among all the injection agents. Three ESD procedures were performed with en bloc resection. Both macroscopic and histopathologic findings showed a thick FG clot on the ulcers. Conclusions The FG solution can be potentially used as an ESD submucosal injection agent in an in vitro model.

scholarly journals Colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection using the pocket-creation method with single clip traction: a feasibility study

2021 ◽  
Vol 09 (05) ◽  
pp. E653-E658
Author(s):  
Tatsuma Nomura ◽  
Yoshikazu Hayashi ◽  
Takaaki Morikawa ◽  
Masahiro Okada ◽  
Hisashi Fukuda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Major Axis ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Success Rates ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Mucosal Incision ◽  
Axis Length ◽  
Colorectal Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection

Abstract Background and study aims The pocket-creation method (PCM) facilitates dissection of the central part of a tumor. We previously developed the PCM with clip traction (PCM-CT) to facilitate opening the mucosal pocket, which otherwise could become cumbersome. In the present study, we aimed to examine the feasibility of PCM-CT for colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). Patients and methods PCM-CT was performed on 30 patients with early colorectal tumors from October 2019 to April 2020. PCM-CT allows efficient opening of the mucosal pocket by using the PCM to dissect the center of the lesion and then apply traction with a single clip after making a circumferential mucosal incision. Results The median specimen major axis length, ESD time, ESD speed, and en bloc resection rate were 48 mm, 84 minutes, 20 mm2/min, and 100 % (30/30), respectively. The success rates for the traction clip and median single-clip-traction time were 100 % (30/30) and 1.5 minutes, respectively. Conclusions Colorectal ESD using PCM-CT is a simple and promising method.

scholarly journals Prevention and Management of Complications and Education in Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 2511
Author(s):  
Yoshitsugu Misumi ◽  
Kouichi Nonaka
Keyword(s):  
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection ◽  
Endoscopic Resection ◽  
En Bloc Resection ◽  
Bloc Resection ◽  
Resection Rate ◽  
En Bloc ◽  
Educational Methods ◽  
Submucosal Dissection ◽  
Management Of Complications

Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is considered superior to endoscopic mucosal resection as an endoscopic resection because of its higher en bloc resection rate, but it is more difficult to perform. As ESD techniques have become more common, and the range of treatment by ESD has expanded, the number of possible complications has also increased, and endoscopists need to manage them. In this report, we will review the management of critical complications, such as hemorrhage, perforation, and stenosis, and we will also discuss educational methods for acquiring and improving ESD skills.

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