Key quality indicators in colonoscopy
Douglas K. Rex
Abstract
Many quality indicators have been proposed for colonoscopy, but most colonoscopists and endoscopy groups focus on measuring the adenoma detection rate and the cecal intubation rate. Use of proper screening and surveillance intervals is another accepted key indicator but it is seldom evaluated in clinical practice. Bowel preparation efficacy and polyp resection skills are areas that are emerging as potential key or priority indicators. This review summarizes and provides an update on key performance indicators for colonoscopy quality.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineColonoscopyBowel preparationKey (lock)Quality (philosophy)IntubationIntensive care medicineMedical physicsColorectal cancerSurgeryInternal medicineComputer scienceEpistemologyPhilosophyCancerComputer securityColorectal Cancer Screening and DetectionGastric Cancer Management and OutcomesColorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments