Efficacy and safety of endobiliary radiofrequency ablation for the eradication of residual neoplasia after endoscopic papillectomy: a multicenter prospective study.

Background And Aims: Endobiliary dysplasia may persist after endoscopic papillectomy. Intraductal radiofrequency ablation (ID-RFA) is a potential alternative to complementary surgery. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of ID-RFA for the treatment of adenomatous intraductal residue after endoscopic papillectomy.

The expansion of endoscopic submucosal dissection in France: A prospective nationwide survey.

Introduction: Early reports of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) in Europe suggested high complication rates and disappointing outcomes compared to publications from Japan. Since 2008, we have been conducting a nationwide survey to monitor the outcomes and complications of ESD over time.

Material And Methods: All consecutive ESD cases from 14 centers in France were prospectively included in the database.

Temporary placement of fully covered self-expandable metal stents for the treatment of benign biliary strictures.

Background: Endoscopic treatment of benign biliary strictures (BBS) can be challenging.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of fully covered self-expandable metal stents (FCSEMS) in BBS.

Methods: Ninety-two consecutive patients with BBS (chronic pancreatitis (n = 42), anastomotic after liver transplantation (n = 36), and post biliary surgical procedure (n = 14)) were included.

Comparison of a standard fully covered stent with a super-thick silicone-covered stent for the treatment of refractory esophageal benign strictures: A prospective multicenter study.

Background: Some esophageal strictures resist endoscopic treatments. There is a need for new treatments, such as specifically designed stents.

Objective: Our study sought to compare the results achieved with a standard, fully covered metallic stent (FCMS) and those achieved using a stent designed specifically for benign strictures (BS-FCMS).