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Gastroenterology 2016
September 12-14, 2016
Volume 6, Issue 5(Suppl) J Gastrointest Dig Syst 2016
ISSN:2161-069X JGDS, an open access journal
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September 12-14, 2016 Atlanta, USA
7th Global Congress on
Gastroenterology & Endoscopy
Get in the right mode: Are you optimizing the use of argon plasma coagulation to enhance clinical
outcomes?
Kristie Briggs
Erbe USA Inc., USA
Argon Plasma Coagulation™ (APC™) has been used in therapeutic interventional endoscopy since its introduction in 1992.
In recent years, the range of clinical uses in endoscopy has expanded primarily due to the development of specialized
modes and better techniques. APC can now offer individualized treatment options when combined with proper technique,
enhancing desired tissue effects and optimize clinical outcomes. The history, advancements and where we are now; and the
clinical benefits of APC in comparison to conventional electrosurgery will also be discussed. Clinical variables and safety
considerations will also be covered along with APC’s ever-expanding role in therapeutic endoscopy.
Biography
Kristie Briggs has received her ADN from Motlow State Community in Tullahoma, TN in 1999 and BSN from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro,
TN in 2007. She is currently the Manager of Clinical Education for Erbe USA Inc., USA. She has worked as an Infection Control Coordinator and Chief Nursing
Officer. She had published several continuing education booklets on Electrosurgery. She has provided many lectures to local/regional SGNA meetings around the
country and also presented at the National SGNA.
Kristie Briggs, J Gastrointest Dig Syst 2016, 6:5(Suppl)