Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection

Treatment with gastrointestinal endoscopy has evolved rapidly. From polypectomy to endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), and now to endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), treatment has become both more effective and less invasive. With the remarkable ability to enable en-bloc resection of larger lesions, ESD clearly marks a major milestone in this evolution, offering an ideal substitute for open surgery.