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Double balloon endoscopy\enteroscopy (DBE) for the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the small intestine

Description

Double balloon endoscopy/ enteroscopy (DBE) is a non-surgical approach that provides access to the entire inner mucosal surface of the small intestine for endoscopic visual examination, biopsy and treatment. DBE is being heralded as a breakthrough technology because accessing the deep small intestine endoscopically has largely been unsuccessful by conventional approaches. The purpose of this study was to to review the safety, efficacy and effectiveness of DBE and examine the potential social, fiscal and economic impact should it become a publicly funded health service in Alberta.

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October 5, 2007

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Alberta Health Technologies Decision Process double balloon endoscopy health technology assessment small intestine

Title and publication information

Type
Report
Alternative Title

Double balloon endoscopy\enteroscopy (DBE) for the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the small intestine : final report

Alternative Title

Double balloon endoscopy

Extent

58 pages

Frequency

Once

Publisher / Creator Information

Publisher

Health

Place of Publication

Edmonton

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Resource Dates

Date Created

2007-10-05

Date Added

2017-09-28T20:24:16.882722

Date Modified

2007-10-05

Date Issued

2007-10-05

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