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World Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research findings in the field of gastrointestinal endoscopy, including clinical, translational, and basic studies, as well as research involving artificial intelligence. The journal focuses on, but is not limited to, the following areas: Capsule endoscopy, colonoscopy, double-balloon enteroscopy, duodenoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, endosonography, esophagoscopy, gastrointestinal endoscopy, gastroscopy, laparoscopy, natural orifice endoscopic surgery, proctoscopy, and sigmoidoscopy. Types of articles published by the journal include clinical study, basic study, case report, editorial, review, minireview, systematic review, meta-analysis, guidelines, and correspondence. All submissions undergo a rigorous and transparent peer-review process by at least two independent reviewers. Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific rigor, originality, clinical relevance, and reproducibility, with particular attention to methodological robustness and data integrity. Constructive and timely feedback is provided to ensure the highest standards of scholarly communication. The journal adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and editorial integrity, in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics, the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, and the World Association of Medical Editors. To advance scientific discovery, promote evidence-based clinical practice, and foster innovation in gastrointestinal endoscopy, ultimately improving global health outcomes. We invite researchers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary experts worldwide to submit high-quality manuscripts and contribute to shaping the future of gastrointestinal endoscopic science. Submit an Article >>

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  • Bing Hu, MD, Professor, (Email: hubingnj@163.com) Department of Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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The 2026 edition of Journal Citation Reports® cites the 2025 journal impact factor (JIF) for WJGE as 2.1; JIF without journal self cites: 1.9; 5-year JIF: 2.0; JIF Rank: 101/153 in gastroenterology and hepatology; JIF Quartile: Q3; and 5-year JIF Quartile: Q3.
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Contents Volume 18 Issue 10 October 16, 2026
Review
Endoscopic management of intestinal strictures in Crohn’s disease: Current status and future perspectives
Sandeep K Mundhra, Anupam K Singh, Rakesh Kochhar, Manish Manrai 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):123858. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.123858
Endoscopic ultrasound-guided ablation of small pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms: Bridging the gap between surveillance and surgery
Sara Massironi, Giuseppe Dell'Anna, Paolo Biamonte, Francesca Bernardi, Silvio Danese 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):125918. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.125918
Minireviews
Advances in endoscopic ultrasound for autoimmune pancreatitis: Tissue acquisition, imaging innovations, artificial intelligence, and multidisciplinary integrations
Ioannis Braimakis, Waleed Fateen, Noor LH Bekkali, Adam Bailey, Emma L Culver 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):127148. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.127148
Retrospective Cohort Study
One-stop colonoscopy-based management of colorectal polyps and internal hemorrhoids in older adults: A real-world cohort study
Man Qiu, Jin Xiao, Xiang-Liang Deng, Xin Dai, Tang Cao, Gang-Rong Zhao, Zhi-Yong Gu, Xiao-Yan Liang 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):125082. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.125082
Clinical Trials Study
Patient-selected music reduces propofol requirements during combined upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy: A prospective single-center study (MUSICENDO)
Gildas Rousseau, Frederic Berthier, Sorina-Dana Mihailescu, Rémi Basile, Nicolas Rijo, Corinne Zapulla, Luc Diez, Antoine Charachon, Atul Pathak 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):126271. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.126271
Observational Study
Real-world clinical outcomes, prognostic factors, and safety profile of upadacitinib in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Vassiliki Kitsou, Georgios Kokkotis, Panagiotis Avatziadis, Alexandros Ioannou, Spyridon Michopoulos, Evanthia Zampeli, Giorgos Bamias 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):125564. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.125564
Case Report
Endoscopic submucosal dissection combined with radiotherapy for T1b esophageal lymphoepithelioma-like carcinoma: A case report
Yi Mou, Shan Li, Yu-Hang Zhang, Bing Hu 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):122913. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.122913
Staged percutaneous transhepatic cholangial drainage-assisted endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastrojejunostomy for afferent loop syndrome after pancreaticoduodenectomy: Two case reports
Zhong-Li Liao, Jian-Ting Zeng, Lei Dou, Xian-Zhang Luo 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):125483. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.125483
Giant esophageal fibrovascular polyp with use of Sengstaken-Blakemore tube during surgery: A case report
Meng-Ke Cao, Xu-Yi Chen, Qi-Yao Shen, Zhen Fan 
World J Gastrointest Endosc 18(10):126399. Published online Oct 16, 2026. doi: 10.4253/wjge.126399
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