Endoscopic Measurement of Polyp Size Using a Novel Calibrated Hood

Background. Although the size of colon polyps is an important risk factor for colorectal cancer, a standardized measurement technique has yet to be determined. In clinical practice, most endoscopists estimate polyp size by uncertain visual estimation; however, colonoscopic polypectomy is indicated f...

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Main Authors: Keiichiro Kume, Tatsuyuki Watanabe, Ichiro Yoshikawa, Masaru Harada
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2014-01-01
Series:Gastroenterology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/714294
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