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ArticleVideoGIE : an official video journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy2022

Use of a novel helical tack system for the management of challenging upper gastrointestinal defects.

Prashanth Rau, Mark Hanscom, Dhruval Amin, Arslan Talat, Anwar Dudekala, Jaroslav Zivny, Christopher Marshall, Neil B Marya

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Article in VideoGIE : an official video journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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3 citing papers in PubMed, 5 citations in OpenAlex.

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  3. Follow-up outcomes of mucosal defect closures after endoscopic resection using a helix tacking system and endoclips.VideoGIE : an official video journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy · 2022
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5 · Who and what money

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8 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Prashanth RauDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Mark HanscomDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Dhruval AminDepartment of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Arslan TalatDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Anwar DudekalaDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Jaroslav ZivnyDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Christopher MarshallDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
Neil B MaryaDivision of Gastroenterology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts.
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School · US

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND

aimsIncreasingly, gastroenterologists are being asked to assist in the closure of defects. Although there are several available tools that can be used for defect closure, there remains a need for devices that are easy to use, effective, and durable. The aim of this case series is to demonstrate the use of a novel helical tack system in the closure of upper GI defects.

methodsTwo cases of challenging upper GI defects were identified. One case involved a perforated duodenal ulcer, and the other involved a nonhealing marginal ulcer. In both cases, the helical tack system was used for defect closure.

resultsIn both cases, defect closure was achieved using the helical tack system; however, 2 series of tacks were required in each case. There were no adverse events. Neither patient has required additional surgical or endoscopic interventions.

conclusionsThe helical tack system is a new device that may be useful for the closure of challenging upper GI defects. Additional comparative studies are needed to better understand the advantages and disadvantages of this system relative to other closure tools.

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PMID35146234
PMCPMC8819542
OpenAlexW3206665288

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