Douglas Fishman - Mitigating Risk of Endoscopy

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

1. Explain endoscopy risks and mitigation strategies in children
2. Apply the 2019 High Risk Endoscopy NASPGHAN guidelines to pediatric endoscopy scenarios
3. 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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