Publications by authors named "Michael C Bobay"
Gastrointest Endosc
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Guidelines suggest follow-up endoscopic surveillance for nonpedunculated colorectal lesions ≥20 mm after piecemeal EMR should be 6 months, but this study questions if a 12-month interval is sufficient for low-risk cases.
- The analysis involved 561 colorectal lesions and found similar recurrence rates (10%) for both the 6-month and 12-month surveillance groups, although the lesions in the 12-month group were typically smaller and less aggressive.
- The findings support the potential for 12-month surveillance as a reasonable option for certain patients, which could reduce healthcare costs and patient burden while maintaining safety.
