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World J Gastrointest Endosc. Mar 16, 2010; 2(3): 90-96
Published online Mar 16, 2010. doi: 10.4253/wjge.v2.i3.90
Table 4 Theoretical advantages of GSF during ESD
Advantageous mechanismExpected physical effectsTechnical outcome
GraspFix(1) No unintentional incision
Lift-up(2) Good visualization
(3) Sufficient separation from the underlying proper muscle layer to prevent perforation
Compress(4) Hemostatic effect to prevent and treat bleeding
Outside insulationClosed discharge(5) Minimizing damage to the surrounding tissue to prevent perforation
RotatableChange the direction of grasping(6) Facilitating accurate targeting