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Background Endoscopic removal of foreign bodies, coagulated blood or necrotic debris is sometimes challenging and time consuming, also due to inadequate endoscopic instruments. Therefore, new devices are needed to overcome current limitations. Methods The OTSG is a new grasping tool that can be attached to any standard gastroscope. It has been developed for endoscopic removal of larger particles. We present retrospective data of five patients treated with the device for various indications (necrosectomy. bolus impaction, removal of blood clots). Results In two patients the OTSG was used for direct endoscopic necrosectomy after severe pancreatitis through a lumen-apposing metal stent. The other patients had a massive blood clot in the esophagus after endoscopic submucosal dissection, or aphagia due to large meat chunks clogging the esophagus, respectively. The OTSG has been used in all cases with technical success and without any procedure associated complications. Conclusion The OTSG appears to be a useful device for endoscopic removal of larger particles, blood clots or necrotic debris. Preliminary experience shows that the device is effective and easy to apply.
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