Advanced Endoscopy Workshop conducted at AGI –The Gastrociti
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Dec 3, 2021 04:18
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Ludhiana, December 3, 2021: Advanced Gastroenterology Institute (AGI) - The GASTROCITI, Ludhiana conducted a one-day live workshop on Advanced GI endoscopy and Technician Training program.
This workshop was attended by eminent practising Gastroenterologists from all across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
The event AGI-LIVE 2021 included live demonstration of advanced GI endoscopy procedures and video talks cum panel discussions on techniques and controversies in basic and advanced new procedures. Live sessions included cases of POEM for Achalasia Cardia, Spyglass cholangioscopy for large complex CBD stone, EUS-guided drainage of pseudocyst using new innovation of Lumen apposing metal stent (HOT AXIOS), EUS guided variceal coil embolization for large bleeding gastric varices and EUS guided tissue acquisition from lymph nodes and pancreas. The highlight of the event was performance of a new technique for the first time in Punjab called Endobiliary RFA (Radiofrequency Ablation) for a bile duct tumor. In short, this unique workshop ensured comprehensive illustration of advanced and novel endoscopic techniques to the GI fraternity across the region and was widely appreciated by all.
