Advances in Pediatric Endoscopy.

Gastroenterol Clin North Am

Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrtition, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, USA. Electronic address:

Published: December 2024

Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures in children are fundamental to the subspecialty of pediatric gastroenterology. This review highlights significant advancements and trends in pediatric endoscopy, emphasizing the transformative impact of technological innovations in the field. The advent of ultra-thin endoscopes and the development of minimally-invasive techniques have markedly enhanced both diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, leading to safer and more effective procedures for pediatric patients. Key advancements include transnasal endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, and per-oral endoscopic myotomy.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.gtc.2024.08.010DOI Listing

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