Preferred techniques for endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy: a survey of expert endosonographers.

ABSTRACT: Background and study aims Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy (EUS-GE) is an emerging procedure that lacks technical standardization with limited adoption beyond expert centers. We surveyed high-volume endosonographers about the technical aspects of EUS-GE to describe how the procedure is currently performed at expert centers and identify targets for standardization. Methods Invitations to complete an electronic survey were distributed to 21 expert EUS practitioners at 19 U.S. centers. Respondents were surveyed about technical aspects of EUS-GE, indications, efficacy, safety, and attitudes toward the procedure. Results All 21 (100%) invited expert endoscopists completed the survey. Nine (42.9%) reported performing >10 EUS-GEs in the last 12 months. About hal

SUBMITTER: Magahis PT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10635781 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature