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Review
. 2021 Sep 1;37(5):434-440.
doi: 10.1097/MOG.0000000000000767.

Tips for successful deep enteroscopy

Simon K Lo  1 , Shirley Paski, Quin Liu
Affiliations
Review

Tips for successful deep enteroscopy

Simon K Lo et al. Curr Opin Gastroenterol. .

Abstract

Purpose of review: The aim of this study was to provide practical tips to readers on how to perform deep enteroscopy efficiently.

Recent findings: Deep enteroscopy has revolutionized the diagnosis and management of small intestinal conditions in recent years. They are extremely valuable, but may be technically challenging to perform, regardless if it is double balloon enteroscopy, single balloon enteroscopy or spiral enteroscopy. The common issues to these procedures are repetitive motion, extended procedure duration and physical exertion during scope advancement. These situations may in turn lead to a variety of ergonomic issues that need to be addressed accordingly to prevent occupational injuries to the endoscopists and their assistants. Depending on the clinical indications, the technical approach and execution of these procedures may be carried out differently. Some guiding principles may be applied to make performing these procedures more smoothly, effectively and deeply.

Summary: Careful planning and skilful manipulations are essential to performing an efficient and stress-free deep enteroscopy. There are many simple ways to improve on the ergonomics and performance of these procedures.

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