Prevalence of Forceps Polypectomy of Non-Diminutive Polyps is Substantial but Modifiable

The use of forceps for removal of non-diminutive polyps is associated with incomplete resection compared to snare polypectomy. However, few studies have characterized the frequency of forceps polypectomy for non-diminutive polyps or identified strategies to improve this practice. To address this gap, we estimated prevalence and predictors of forceps polypectomy in clinical practice and examined the effectiveness of a multi-component intervention to reduce inappropriate forceps polypectomy.
Source: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research