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(A) A distal small transparent “tapered” cap, securely attached at the tip of the endoscope, is used during submucosal dissection and myotomy. (B) Alternatively, a transparent oblique cap can be used; this is necessary for clipping the esophageal opening. (C) Triangle-tip knife.