The Use of the Over the Scope Clips Beyond Its Standard Use: A Pictorial Description

Abstract

Despite major improvements in endoscopic devices and therapeutic endoscopy, closure of gastrointestinal perforations, dehiscence, and fistulae had remained problematic. However, since the advent of devices such as the over the scope clip and others, endoscopic closure of gastrointestinal defects has become a routine approach. Furthermore, because of its strong apposition force, the over the scope clip may also be used to anchor fully covered self-expanding metal stents. In addition, the over the scope clip is an effective rescue therapy for various types of gastrointestinal bleeding pathologies. It is frequently used as an additional tool in complex gastrointestinal leak cases requiring internal and external drains.

Keywords: Bear claw; Endoscopic suturing devices; Gastrointestinal dehiscence; Gastrointestinal leaks; Gastrointestinal perforations; Over the scope clips; Ovesco.