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Nine steps leading to a successful polypectomy
| Locate of the polyp |
| Analyze the polyp’s shape |
| Determine the polyp’s size |
| Analysis of the polyp surface |
| Determine the number of polyps |
| Position the polyp before attempting its resection |
| Estimate polyp respectability using endoscopic methods |
| Use the submucosal cushion (injection-assisted-polypectomy) |
| Appropriate skills using clips and/or endoloops |
