• Air and carbon dioxide volumes insufflated during colonoscopy 

      Bretthauer, Michael; Hoff, Geir; Thiis-Evensen, Espen; Huppertz-Hauss, Gert; Skovlund, Eva (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2003)
      BACKGROUND: During colonoscopy, air or carbon dioxide is insufflated to secure adequate visualization of the colon, and endoscopy trainees are reminded to use as little gas as possible to avoid patient discomfort. However, ...
    • Impact of a colonoscopic screening examination for colorectal cancer on later utilization of distal GI endoscopies 

      Thiis-Evensen, Espen; Seip, Birgitte; Vatn, Morten H.; Hoff, Geir (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2006)
      Background: Colonoscopic screening for colorectal cancer is being implemented in an increasing number of countries. This might lead to a demand for colonoscopies that could outstrip supply. Objective: We wanted to investigate ...