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Is Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) Ready to Enter Center-Stage for the Resection of Large Colorectal Polyps?
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is a treatment for superficial tumors, pre-cancerous, and early cancerous lesions in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract
In this article, we'll dive into:
The game-changing results of a massive Japanese study involving over 1,800 colorectal lesions
Why ESD has been slow to catch on globally, despite its advantages
The impressive long-term survival rates that might make you rethink your approach to large polyps
How this technique could dramatically reduce the need for invasive surgeries