Interventional Endoscopy News

The FDA granted 510(k) clearance to Limaca Medical’s Precision GI endoscopic ultrasound biopsy device, following breakthrough device designation in May 2022, according to a company press release.

Colonoscopies performed with artificial intelligence did not improve detection of advanced colorectal neoplasias, although there was enhanced detection of nonpolypoid and smaller lesions, according to data.

Although artificial intelligence-assisted colonoscopy significantly increased detection of adenomas, it also resulted in higher removal rates of non-neoplastic polyps, according to researchers.

Artificial intelligence has been making waves, especially with ChatGPT, and it is poised to remarkably change the way physicians practice medicine; however, they should be cautious of its use as it will not replace their expertise.

Although bariatric surgery is generally considered effective for the treatment of obesity, the recent death of singer-songwriter, Lisa Presley, from complications related to the procedure have shed new light on its potential risks.

Although telephone-based cognitive behavioral therapy did not change short-term weight outcomes in patients 1 year after bariatric surgery, it did improve disordered eating and psychological distress, researchers reported.

In response to safety concerns surrounding sedation for patients prescribed glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, the AGA, AASLD, ACG, ASGE and NASPGHAN encourage gastroenterologists to follow “best practices” for endoscopy procedures.

The FDA granted 510(k) clearance to Magentiq Eye’s artificial intelligence-aided software for real-time detection of gastrointestinal lesions during colonoscopy, according to a company press release.

On July 13, the LA County medical examiner’s office reported that Lisa Marie Presley, singer-songwriter and child of Elvis Presley, died of a small bowel obstruction caused by scar tissue that developed after a previous bariatric surgery.

Video capsule endoscopy and double-balloon enteroscopy were safe and effective in the management of patients with indications other than suspected small bowel bleeding, including celiac disease and Crohn’s disease, researchers reported.