Diagnosis and Management of Gastrointestinal Subepithelial Lesions
Publication Date: January 5, 2023
Last Updated: January 31, 2023
DIAGNOSIS OF SUBEPITHELIAL LESIONS
We suggest EUS be performed preferentially compared with endoscopy or contrast-enhanced cross-sectional imaging for the diagnosis of nonlipomatous SEL. (C, VL)
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TREATMENT OF SUBEPITHELIAL LESIONS
We suggest either submucosal tunneling endoscopic resection (STER) or surgical resection for the management of SEL originating from the muscularis propria layer of the esophagus and gastroesophageal junction when resection is necessary. (C, VL)
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Title
Diagnosis and Management of Gastrointestinal Subepithelial Lesions
Authoring Organization
American College of Gastroenterology