Feasibility of new-generation endocytoscopy for the real-time diagnosis of ampullary lesions: A pilot study (with video)
Journal
Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology
Journal Volume
39
Journal Issue
7
Start Page
1336
End Page
1342
Date Issued
2024-02-22
Author(s)
Wang, Wen-Lun
Lee, Ching-Tai
Tsai, Ming-Chang
Chan, Yi-Chung
Chu, Yu-Long
Wang, Hsiu-Po
Abstract
An early and accurate diagnosis of ampullary neoplasia is crucial; however, sampling bias is still a major concern. New-generation endocytoscopy enables real-time visualization of cellular structures and enables an accurate pathological prediction; however, its feasibility for small ampullary lesions has never been investigated.
Subjects
Accuracy; Ampullary neoplasia; Endocytoscopy; Sensitivity; Specificity
Type
journal article