Hold-and-drag suturing using a new closure device

Various suturing techniques have been used to close mucosal defects after endoscopic resection [1] [2] [3]. Hold-and-drag suturing, in which one side of the mucosa is grasped with a graspable endoscopic clip and pulled to the contralateral mucosa for suturing, is highly convenient because it does not require other assistive devices. However, if the tip of the clip does not catch well, it will come off when the hook is opened.