OBJECTIVE The number of colonoscopies required to reach competency is not well established. The primary aim of this study was to determine the number of colonoscopies trainees need to perform to attain competency, defined by a caecal intubation rate (CIR) ≥90%. As competency depends on completion, we also investigated trainee factors that were associated with colonoscopy completion. DESIGN Th...

AIM To compare virtual colonoscopy with optical colonoscopy findings in symptomatic patients. BACKGROUND Computer tomographic colonography is an alternative to optical colonoscopy. Studies have shown that two-dimensional computer tomographic colonography does not have sufficient sensitivity. Three-dimensional computerized tomographic virtual colonoscopy compares well with optical colonoscopy ...

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Sedation-analgesia is recommended for comfortable colonoscopy procedures, which are invasive and can be painful. This study aimed to compare the combinations of propofol-alfentanil and propofol-fentanyl for sedation-analgesia in elective colonoscopy patients. METHODS This prospective and randomized study was planned in ASA I-II groups and included 80 patients between...

BACKGROUND/AIMS A dietary regimen consisting of a clear liquid diet (CLD) for at least 24 hours is recommended for colonoscopy preparation. However, this requirement results in problems in patient compliance with bowel preparation. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a CLD compared with a regular diet (RD) for colonoscopy preparation using a polyethylene glycol (PEG) solution....

Abstract Background and study aims Colonoscopy is physically demanding for endoscopists patients. Repetitive movements during colonoscopy can lead to overuse injuries. We aimed explore the prevalence range of colonoscopy-related musculoskeletal injuries (CRIs) in endoscopists. Methods A cross-sectional electronic survey 1825 was performed. The sample composed members British Society Gastroenter...

Epiploic appendagitis should be considered to be an uncommon cause of lower abdominal pain. To diagnose accurately, typical CT findings are needed, and total colonoscopy should be done later to rule out the possibility of diverticulosis.

OBJECTIVES Validated assessment tools are required to support competency-based education. We aimed to assess the reliability and validity of the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Competency Assessment Tool for Pediatric Colonoscopy (GiECATKIDS), an instrument developed by 41 North American experts using Delphi methodology. METHODS GiECATKIDS consists of a 7-item global rating scale (GRS) and an 18-i...

Background and AimsColonoscopy surveillance after adenoma removal is an increasing burden in many countries. Surveillance recommendations consider characteristics of removed adenomas, but not colonoscopist performance. We investigated the impact performance on colorectal cancer risk removal.MethodsWe compared high-risk low-risk negative colonoscopy for all colonoscopies performed by colonoscopi...