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SUBMITTER: Jinushi R
PROVIDER: S-EPMC9667408 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
JGH open : an open access journal of gastroenterology and hepatology 20220923 11
Gel immersion endoscopy (GIE) has gained prominence for securing a good visual field. Traditionally, OS-1 jelly (Otsuka Pharmaceutical Factory) has been used for GIE. However, due to the presence of electrolytes, it is unsuitable for endoscopic hemostasis using a monopolar device. Therefore, VISCOCLEAR (Otsuka Pharmaceutical Factory), a new gel that does not contain electrolytes, has been developed. Moreover, unlike water or saline, VISCOCLEAR does not readily mix with blood, making it effective ...[more]