New technology in the endoscopy center.
The boundaries of endoscopy will continue to expand. Imaging modalities, such as high-resolution and high magnification endoscopy, tissue spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography, and wireless endoscopy, will continue to evolve. New therapeutic modalities, such as endoscopic antireflux procedures, are making endoscopic surgery a reality. In the increasingly restrictive reimbursement environment, however, it is critical to establish the cost-effectiveness of these new technologies to integrate them into daily practice.
Nelson
Douglas B
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Division of Gastroenterology, Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center (111D), Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA. nelso195@tc.umn.edu
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