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The Modern Journal for GI Innovation
Daily reporting on endoscopy, clinical evidence, and practice-changing advances in gastroenterology.
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Cold Snare Polypectomy for Sub-10 mm Polyps in 2026: Where CSP Is Standard and Where It Is Not
A practical update on cold snare polypectomy for diminutive and small colorectal polyps, including technique, when hot resection is still...
EUS-Guided Gastroenterostomy for Malignant Gastric Outlet Obstruction in 2026: Where It Fits Between Stenting and Surgery
A practical clinician update on EUS-guided gastroenterostomy for malignant gastric outlet obstruction, including when it outperforms enteral stenting, when surgery...
AI in Colonoscopy Quality: What CADe Changes and What Still Depends on the Endoscopist
A clinician-focused review of CADe, AI quality-control systems, and the quality indicators that still define a good colonoscopy in 2026.
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Cold Snare Polypectomy for Sub-10 mm Polyps in 2026: Where CSP Is Standard and Where It Is Not
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Endoscopy Sedation in 2026: Propofol, Capnography, and When Anesthesia Support Is the Safer Plan
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AI in Colonoscopy Quality: What CADe Changes and What Still Depends on the Endoscopist
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IBS-D Biomarkers in 2026: Positive Diagnosis, Fecal Calprotectin, and When Colonoscopy Still Matters
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Chronic Hepatitis B in 2026: EASL 2025, Functional Cure, and What Still Belongs in Practice
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The 2026 Frontiers: Robotic Endoscopy and Cryoballoon Efficacy
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EUS-Guided Drainage of Peripancreatic Fluid Collections in 2026: When To Drain, When To Wait, and When Percutaneous Still Matters
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Cold Snare Polypectomy for Sub-10 mm Polyps in 2026: Where CSP Is Standard and Where It Is Not
A practical update on cold snare polypectomy for diminutive and small colorectal polyps, including technique, when hot resection is still reasonable, and what current guidelines say about clipping and forceps.
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The 2026 Frontiers: Robotic Endoscopy and Cryoballoon Efficacy
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Gastric Functional Zones: The Fundus vs. Antrum Dynamics
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Single-Use Duodenoscopes: ERCP Infection Control in 2026
Clinical Bottom Line Duodenoscope Factor Clinical Implications Infection Risk Profile Traditional Reusable Requires rigorous high-level disinfection (HLD) or sterilization. Persistent
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The Rise of Single-Use Gastroscopes and Colonoscopes
Clinical Bottom Line Clinical Setting Advantages of Single-Use Scopes Current Drawbacks Emergency Room / ICU Instant availability 24/7; zero transport
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Endoscopic Suturing Devices: Apollo OverStitch and Beyond (2026)
Clinical Bottom Line Suturing Platform Primary Mechanism Top Clinical Indications OverStitch (Apollo) Full-thickness dual-channel suturing via a mounted cap. Bariatric
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Biopsy Forceps in GI Endoscopy: 2026 Clinical Selection Guide
Clinical Bottom Line Forceps Type Key Indication Clinical Nuance Standard Cup Routine mucosal sampling (e.g., Barrett’s esophagus). Available with or
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Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) Machines: 2026 Modalities and Sonography
Clinical Bottom Line EUS Modality Diagnostic Function Clinical Translation B-Mode Sonography High-frequency grayscale tissue evaluation. Standard layer-by-layer staging of mural
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Specialized Instruments for Complex Colonoscopy and ERCP
Clinical Bottom Line Specialized Instrument Specific Usage Endoscopic Setting Distal Attachment Caps Depresses mucosal folds; stabilizes tip control. ESD, difficult
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Endotherapy Devices: A 2026 Guide to Biliary Stents and Hemostasis Clips
Clinical Bottom Line Product Category Clinical Indication Key 2026 Innovations Hemostasis Clips Mechanical closure of bleeding vessels, mucosal defects, or
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Non-Erosive Reflux Disease (NERD) vs. Erosive GERD: 2026 Clinical Pathways
Clinical Bottom Line GERD Phenotype Pathological Features Primary Management NERD (Non-Erosive Reflux Disease) Classic GERD symptoms but strict endoscopic absence
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Sump Syndrome: 2026 Endoscopic Diagnosis and Management
Clinical Bottom Line Feature Sump Syndrome Clinical Overview Pathophysiology A blind “sump” (pouch) formed in the distal common bile duct
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Biologic Therapies for EoE: The Role of Dupilumab in 2026
Clinical Bottom Line Biologic Agent Mechanism of Action Current FDA Status (2025/2026) Dupilumab Dual blockade of IL-4 and IL-13 receptor
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Sudeck’s Point and Colorectal Ischemia: 2026 Anatomical Guide
Clinical Bottom Line Anatomical Landmark Vascular Characteristics Clinical Vulnerability Sudeck’s Point Terminal branch of the Inferior Mesenteric Artery (IMA). High
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The Marginal Artery of Drummond: The Colon’s Vital Collateral Pathway
Clinical Bottom Line Anatomical Feature Clinical Application Definition A continuous arterial arcade running along the inner mesenteric border of the