Use of image-enhanced endoscopy in the characterization of colorectal polyps: Still some ways to go.

Background/aim: Instrument-based image-enhanced endoscopy (IEE) is of benefit in detecting and characterizing lesions during colonoscopy. We aimed to study the ability of community-based gastroenterologists to differentiate between neoplastic and non-neoplastic lesions using IEE modalities and to identify predictors of correct classification and the confidence of the optical diagnosis made.

Materials And Methods:: An electronic survey was sent to practicing gastroenterologists using electronic tablets during a gastroenterology meeting.