Endoscopic clipping is a safe and effective technique for the treatment of various bleeding gastrointestinal lesions. This Review provides an overview of endoscopic clipping, discussing available clipping devices, basic clipping techniques, applications and efficacy, safety and future prospects. The authors stress that endoscopic identification of lesions that are amenable to clipping and proficiency in clip application are key determinants of a successful outcome.
- Constantinos P Anastassiades
- Todd H Baron
- Louis M Wong Kee Song
