SecureCap as effective tool for removal of food bolus

remOVE SecureCap proves highly effective in removing food bolus from the esophagus

Key findings
• Large diameter of remOVE SecureCap increases chance of removing the entire food bolus at once and decreases the chance of pieces falling into the oropharynx
• The FBR Set was originally developed for the removal of sharp objects
• Pliability and elasticity allow smooth insertion of the cap through the oropharynx and upper esophageal sphincter

Case details
• Food bolus completely obstructed the esophageal lumen
• Through suctioning and torquing of the cap, a meat bolus could be removed completely at once
• Cap allows for easy handling and catching of large pieces of a food bolus, saving time and increasing efficiency

Mergener, A, Mönkemüller, K, Wassermann, R, Haslach-Häfner, M. Using the Soft, Mega, Distal Transparent Cap to Remove Food Bolus. Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News. Jun 2024. Read full article.

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