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Ep 5 - Pinpointing GI Bleeds: Olympus Experts Talk Hemostasis and Imaging Innovation

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When a GI bleed strikes, the atmosphere in the procedure room changes instantly. In this episode of OlympusTalks, Olympus’ Christian Stroupe and Robert Barrett share how Olympus® technologies are designed to help physicians regain visibility and respond quickly to find the bleed and achieve hemostasis. 

Chapter 1: Meet the Guests 

  • Olympus’ Christian Stroupe and Robert Barrett explain their paths to medtech industry and their current roles in GI  

    • Chapter 2: Why GI Bleeding Matters 

    • The prevalence of GI bleeds and their impact on patient outcomes 
      • Why it’s one of the top reasons for endoscopy 

        • Chapter 3: The Moment Everything Changes 

        • “You just see red everywhere” – how visibility is lost and urgency takes over 
          • What it feels like when the room shifts from routine to critical 

            • Chapter 4: Finding the Bleed 

            • The challenge of pinpointing the source of the GI bleed 
              • How advanced imaging helps physicians locate and assess the bleed 

                • Chapter 5: Tools for Hemostasis 

                • Overview of Olympus’ therapeutic options: clips, powders, and thermal forceps 
                  • Matching the right tool to the type of bleed 

                    • Chapter 6: Reducing Repeat Patient Visits 

                    • How effective hemostasis prevents rebleeds and follow-up procedures 
                      • Supporting physicians in getting it right the first time 

                        • Chapter 7: Hospital VS. ASC Settings 

                        • Difference in procedure complexity and patient profiles 
                          • Why even “routine” cases can present bleeding risks 

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                            This podcast has been paid for by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.  

                             

                             ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 

                            Discover how the EVIS X1™ Endoscopy System is elevating the standard of care and the role of RDI™ technology: 
                            https://medical.olympusamerica.com/technology/rdi  

                            Learn how EndoClot™ PHS, an advanced powder hemostat, supports physicians achieve hemostasis:   
                            https://medical.olympusamerica.com/products/endoclotphs 

                            Explore the Retentia™ HemoClip for reliable clipping and effective hemostasis during GI procedures:    
                            https://medical.olympusamerica.com/products/retentia-hemoclip 

                             

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