Use of abdominal compression device in colonoscopy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background/aims

Colonoscopy for screening is associated with unpleasant experiences for patients, and abdominal compression devices have been developed to minimize these problems. However, there is a paucity of data supporting the therapeutic benefits of this strategy. This study examined the effects of using an abdominal compression device during colonoscopy on the cecal intubation time (CIT), abdominal compression, patient comfort, and postural changes.

Methods

We searched PubMed and Scopus (from inception to November 2021) for randomized controlled trials that assessed the effects of an abdominal compression device during colonoscopy on CIT, abdominal compression, patient comfort, and postural change. A random-effects meta-analysis was performed. Weighted mean differences

SUBMITTER: Zafar Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10393576 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature