Florence, S.C.-based McLeod Digestive Health Center physicians began performing endoscopic full thickness resections to remove large polyps and early tumors in the colon.
What you should know:
1. Veeral Oza, MD, and Davinderbir Pannu, MD, performed the EFTR procedure using a full-thickness resection device. The device allows the procedure to be done in the outpatient setting.
2. The device facilitates shorter treatments and faster recovery times.
3. Dr. Oza said, "This is a promising procedure that will revolutionize the way we prevent and treat this deadly disease in this state and beyond."