Guidelines for appropriate utilization of endoscopy are based on a critical review of the
available data and expert consensus. Further controlled clinical studies are needed to clarify …

This is one of a series of statements discussing the use of gastrointestinal endoscopy in
common clinical situations. The Standards of Practice Committee of the American Society for …

Tumors arising from the major duodenal papilla account for 5% of GI neoplasms 1 but are
being identified more frequently with increasing use of upper endoscopic examination and …

Objectives Tumors of the papilla of Vater are rare with a prevalence of only 0.04%-0.12%
reported in autopsy studies. They may occur as sporadic lesions or in patients with familial …

Background Adenomas of the duodenal papilla are rare. Because of their malignant
potential, resection is mandatory. Options for resection include endoscopic resection …

BACKGROUND: Increasing reports suggest that endoscopic removal of benign ampullary
and duodenal polyps is safe and frequently definitive; however, most reported polyps have …

Recently, endoscopic resection of benign papillary tumors has gained popularity. The
procedure, however, remains a challenge even for experienced endoscopists. Special …

Carcinoma of the papilla of Vater is classified as periampullary cancer representing 5% of all
gastrointestinal tract malignancies. Early and accurate diagnosis is important for those …

Adenomatous lesions of the ampulla of Vater are relatively rare neoplasms that raise many
questions regarding standard management. Adenocarcinoma often will be found in …

This review focuses on the use of endoscopic techniques in the diagnosis and management
of pancreatic disorders. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) has …