Through-the-scope deep enteroscopy (TTS-DE): New technique for deep small-bowel endoscopy – A pilot study
H Neumann, K Mönkemüller, M Vieth, C Günther, GE Tontini, MF Neurath, J Siebler · Zeitschrift für Gastroenterologie · 2013 · Heft 08
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Zusammenfassung
Objectives: Balloon-assisted enteroscopy allows visualization of the small-bowel. Nevertheless, deep intubation mostly requires a significant amount of time. For this study, a new device for small bowel enteroscopy was evaluated. Aims: To prospectively determine safety and feasibility of the new TTS-DE system for oral deep small bowel enteroscopy. Material and methods: The TTS-DE device consists of a disposable balloon-device which is advanced through the working channel of any endoscope with a minimal length of 160 cm and a working channel of 3.8 mm. After the endoscope is advanced into the upper jejunum the TT…
