Balloon-Guided Endoscopic Procedure

Preferred Label : Balloon-Guided Endoscopic Procedure;

NCIt synonyms : Balloon-Guided Endoscopy;

NCIt definition : An endoscopic technique that allows deep intubation of the small intestine while using a standard endoscope. An inflatable balloon attached to the endoscope's tip acts as a stabilizer and a second balloon that is advanced ahead of the endoscope acts as a pulling device.;

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Origin ID

C64865;

UMLS CUI

C1832008;

Semantic type(s)
- Diagnostic Procedure [UMLS semantic type]
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- CTRP Intervention Terminology [NCIt concept]
- CTRP Terminology [NCIt concept]
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- Organ [NCIt concept]

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