Over-the-scope clip placement is effective rescue therapy for severe acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding
Background and study aim: The novel over-the-scope clip (OTSC) allows for excellent apposition of tissue, potentially permitting hemostasis to be achieved in various types of gastrointestinal lesions. This study aimed to evaluate the usefulness and safety of OTSCs for endoscopic hemostasis in patien...
Main Authors: | , , , , , |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Georg Thieme Verlag KG
2014-03-01
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Series: | Endoscopy International Open |
Online Access: | http://www.thieme-connect.de/DOI/DOI?10.1055/s-0034-1365282 |