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World J Gastrointest Endosc. Apr 25, 2016; 8(8): 362-367
Published online Apr 25, 2016. doi: 10.4253/wjge.v8.i8.362
Published online Apr 25, 2016. doi: 10.4253/wjge.v8.i8.362
Table 3 Indications for endoscopic ultrasonography referral
| Rambam 2013-2014 EUS reports | 2009 EUS reports | |
| Suspected CBD stone | 19% | 31% |
| Pancreatic tumor suspicion | 8% | 17% |
| Pathologic findings on imaging | 19% | 16% |
| Suspicion of esophageal or stomach tumor | 6% | 12% |
| Pancreatic cyst | 8% | 8% |
| Pancreatitis | 6% | 3% |
| FNA/biopsy | 11% | - |
| Submucosal lesion clarification | 4% | - |
| Screening/followup | 5% | - |
| Other | 12% | - |
- Citation: Schwab R, Pahk E, Lachter J. Impact of endoscopic ultrasound quality assessment on improving endoscopic ultrasound reports and procedures. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2016; 8(8): 362-367
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-5190/full/v8/i8/362.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4253/wjge.v8.i8.362