Small bowel tumors (SBT) are relatively rare, but have had a steadily increasing incidence in the last few decades. Small bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) and device-assisted enteroscopy are the main endoscopic techniques for the study of the small bowel, the latter additionally providing sampling and therapeutic options, and hence acting complementary to SBCE in the diagnostic work-up. Although a single diagnostic modality is often insufficient in the setting of SBTs, SBCE is a fundamental tool to drive further management towards a definitive diagnosis. The aim of this paper is to provide a concise narrative review of the role of SBCE in the diagnosis and management of SBTs.
The Role of Capsule Endoscopy in the Diagnosis and Management of Small Bowel Tumors: A Narrative Review / Fantasia, S.; Cortegoso Valdivia, P.; Kayali, S.; Koulaouzidis, G.; Pennazio, M.; Koulaouzidis, A.. - In: CANCERS. - ISSN 2072-6694. - 16:2(2024). [10.3390/cancers16020262]
The Role of Capsule Endoscopy in the Diagnosis and Management of Small Bowel Tumors: A Narrative Review
Fantasia S.;Cortegoso Valdivia P.;Kayali S.;
2024-01-01
Abstract
Small bowel tumors (SBT) are relatively rare, but have had a steadily increasing incidence in the last few decades. Small bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) and device-assisted enteroscopy are the main endoscopic techniques for the study of the small bowel, the latter additionally providing sampling and therapeutic options, and hence acting complementary to SBCE in the diagnostic work-up. Although a single diagnostic modality is often insufficient in the setting of SBTs, SBCE is a fundamental tool to drive further management towards a definitive diagnosis. The aim of this paper is to provide a concise narrative review of the role of SBCE in the diagnosis and management of SBTs.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
