2009: Recommendations for the ethical performance of Live Endoscopy Demonstrations
January 1, 2009
Live demonstrations are traditional and popular methods of teaching practical digestive endoscopy, however criticisms have been expressed that patients may be at disadvantage by agreeing to examination by a visiting specialist, perhaps using unfamiliar equipment and in abnormal circumstances. WEO is strongly in favor of teaching by live demonstration, but believes that the safety and dignity of the patient is paramount.