In this episode, Drs. Jason Silverman and Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Douglas Fishman about mitigating risk of endoscopy. This episode reviews the 2019 NASPGHAN guidelines on high-risk pediatric endoscopy, with a practical focus on risk mitigation and safety. A must-listen for clinicians performing diagnostic endoscopy, offering real-world strategies for managing complex cases.

Learning objectives

Explain endoscopy risks and mitigation strategies in children
Apply the 2019 High Risk Endoscopy NASPGHAN guidelines to pediatric endoscopy scenarios
Evaluate patient-specific factors influencing endoscopy safety

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Papers mentioned:

Pediatric_Endoscopy_and_High_risk_Patients__A.26.pdf

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