endoscopy

Colonoscopy Practices & Perceptions Among Endoscopists

Colonoscopy Practices & Perceptions Among Endoscopists | Opinion Article

November 7, 2012

Studies suggest that fatigue or other byproducts of production pressure may negatively influence the quality of colonoscopy, which could affect the quality of colon cancer screening.

Trends in Anesthesia Use During Gastroenterology Procedures | News Brief

June 26, 2012

In the United States, use of anesthesia during gastrointestinal endoscopies and colonoscopies appears to have increased substantially from 2003 to 2009, according to a retrospective analysis of claims data during this study period. The proportion of procedures that used anesthesia services increased from about 14% in 2003 to more than 30% in 2009.…

A Minimally Invasive Alternative to Open Spine Surgery | Opinion Article

March 29, 2011

Endoscopic spine procedures can be used to correct many of the conditions that cause chronic back pain or to repair failed previous surgeries--and can often be done more quickly and simply with less pain, a lower risk of infection or other complications, and a shorter recovery time for patients.