Wasseem Skef

BACKGROUND: There is a lack of data on training benchmarks to define competence in colorectal EMR (C-EMR) among advanced endoscopy trainees (AETs). Previous pilot data from our group demonstrated a relatively low proportion of AETs achieve competence on key cognitive and technical aspects of C-EMR…

Background: Several studies have demonstrated targeted next-generation sequencing (NGS) of biliary brushings and/or biopsy specimens can improve the identification of neoplastic bile duct strictures…

Non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (NVUGIB) accounts for a significant number of patient visits to emergency rooms and remains a major cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. The re-bleeding rates of NVUGIB after endoscopic treatment within 72 hours have been reported to be up to 25%…

BACKGROUND: As outlined by the Kyoto guidelines, targeted DNA-based NGS of pancreatic cyst fluid (PCF) is an important adjunct to the evaluation of pancreatic cyst patients…