Balloon enteroscopy versus spiral enteroscopy for small-bowel disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Two novel enteroscopic procedures, balloon enteroscopy (BE) and spiral enteroscopy (SE), have revolutionized the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to small-bowel disorders. These disorders that historically required surgical interventions are now investigated and managed nonsurgically. There are only a few weakly powered studies comparing the outcomes of SE and BE. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the efficacy and safety of these 2 procedures.

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