The modern endoscopic investigation of the stomach with the application of the narrow-band imaging endoscopy and magnifying endoscopy: procedural techniques and diagnostic algorithms

Abstract

a modern endoscopic study of the stomach includes, as an indispensable component, the application of additional visualization technologies, such as magnifying e endoscopy and narrow-band imaging endoscopy. The use of these techniques makes it possible to effectively diagnose pre-cancerous conditions and changes in the gastric mucosa as well as detect gastric cancer at the early stages of its development. The conduction of a modern endoscopic investigation implies the adequate preparation of the patient and the creation of the favourable conditions for the examination, the adequate alignment of the endoscopic equipment, the knowledge of the diagnostic algorithms by the attending physician and the necessary skills for their implementation.

Curriculum for optical diagnosis training in Europe: European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Position Statement

“…UGI endoscopy is considered the best diagnostic procedure for early detection of gastric dysplasia and EGC. Advanced endoscopic imaging can improve mucosal visualization and endoscopic diagnosis of gastric dysplasia and cancer [100,116]; however, these advanced imaging techniques require additional training [117].…”