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. 2009 Apr;19(2):233-42.
doi: 10.1016/j.giec.2009.02.008.

Reflectance spectroscopy

Michael B Wallace  1 , Adam Wax, David N Roberts, Robert N Graf
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Reflectance spectroscopy

Michael B Wallace et al. Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 2009 Apr.

Abstract

Reflectance spectroscopy is an emerging technology which provides rapid and safe evaluation of tissue for dysplasia and ischemia. The probe-based devices can be passed through most endoscopes. Current applications include detection of dysplasia in Barrett's esophagus, colitis, and colon polyps.

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