Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Volume 10, Issue 1 , Pages 7-13, January 2008

Risks of Colonoscopy and Polypectomy

  • Gregory G. Ginsberg, MD

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Gastroenterology Division, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.

Colonoscopy with polypectomy is widely accepted as the optimal means for screening and surveillance for colorectal cancer and for the management of pre-cancerous polyps. The procedure is generally safe and well tolerated. The major risks directly related to colonoscopy with polypectomy are bleeding, perforation, and post-polypectomy burn syndrome. This article details strategies to minimize the risk and enhance the management of complications associated with colonoscopic polypectomy.

Keywords: colonoscopy, polypectomy, complications

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PII: S1096-2883(07)00048-4

doi:10.1016/j.tgie.2007.08.005

Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Volume 10, Issue 1 , Pages 7-13, January 2008

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