Frank G. J. Kallenberg et al. Cap-assisted forward-viewing endoscopy to visualize
the ampulla of Vater and the duodenum in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis
This proof-of-concept study demonstrated that cap-assisted forward-viewing endoscopy
can be used effectively and safely to visualize both the duodenum and the ampulla
of Vater in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis, thus challenging the concept
that side-viewing endoscopy is mandatory for surveillance in these patients. This
practice might reduce the burden, time, risks, and costs of an additional side-viewing
endoscopy.
