Ligation-assisted endoscopic submucosal resection following the unroofing technique for esophageal lesions

Abstract

For the treatment method of esophageal subepithelial lesions originating from the muscularis propria, conventional endoscopic resection techniques are time-consuming and lack efficacy for small subepithelial lesions originating from the muscularis propria. Lu et al presented an exploration of the effectiveness and safety of ligation-assisted endoscopic submucosal resection, aiming to provide a minimally invasive method for treatment. We discussed and analyzed this study from the aspects of sample screening, clinical pathological characteristics, case-control analysis, and follow-up data.

Keywords: Endoscopic submucosal resection; Ligation; Esophagus; Subepithelial lesions; Muscularis propria

Core Tip: The study presents an exploration of the effectiveness and safety of ligation-assisted endoscopic submucosal resection following the unroofing technique for small esophageal subepithelial lesions originating from the muscularis propria. The research aims to contribute to the field by providing insights into a less invasive approach to treating small esophageal subepithelial lesions originating from the muscularis propria.