Polyp retrieval after colonoscopic polypectomy: use of the Roth Retrieval Net.

BACKGROUND

All colon polyps removed during colonoscopy should be recovered and submitted for histopathologic analysis. Published information is scant regarding techniques and devices for retrieval of polyps after polypectomy. The Roth Retrieval Net is a novel device that has been used to retrieve foreign bodies from the GI tract, but its use as a polyp retrieval device has not previously been described.

METHODS

A chart review was conducted over a 7-month period by one gastroenterologist in an office setting of all patients who had polyps retrieved after piecemeal polypectomy by using the Roth Retrieval Net.

RESULTS

All resected polyps were completely retrieved in a time-efficient manner. Histopathologic evaluation was not compromised by the use of this device.

CONCLUSIONS

The Roth Retrieval Net is well suited for retrieval of multiple polyp fragments after colonoscopic polypectomy.