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Endoscopy 2008; 40(10): 849-854
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1077593
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Endoscopic ultrasound

D.  Gilbert1 , I.  D.  Penman1
  • 1Gastroenterology Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, EH4 2XU, UK
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Publication Date:
30 September 2008 (online)

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Introduction

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) continues to challenge the boundaries of current applications in clinical practice, but as we anticipate new therapeutic roles in linear-array EUS, challenges remain in established diagnostic roles, especially in relation to pancreatic disease. With parallel advances in endoscopic and cross-sectional imaging, re-evaluation of the role of EUS in cancer staging is also necessary. Furthermore, quality and safety issues are increasingly being highlighted. A focused review of the important themes emerging from this year’s DDW meeting is presented here.

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I. D. Penman MD, FRCP 

Gastroenterology Unit
Western General Hospital

Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
UK

Fax: +44-131-5371007

Email: ian.penman@luht.scot.nhs.uk