What question did this study set out to answer?

The review aims to explore the non-clinical repercussions of endoscopic complications on various stakeholders.

January 25, 2026

Implications of endoscopy complications and non-clinical management strategies

WLWai Liam LamUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust YCYun Jie ChewUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust PBPhilip BerrySt Thomas' Hospital

Key Points

The review aims to explore the non-clinical repercussions of endoscopic complications on various stakeholders.
Conducted a literature review of endoscopic complications
Analyzed psychological, emotional, and organizational impacts
Discussed medicolegal aspects related to endoscopy
Proposed non-clinical management strategies
Endoscopic complications can significantly affect patients' emotional and psychological well-being.
Families experience stress and anxiety related to procedural risks.
Healthcare systems face organizational challenges arising from complications.
Highlighting the need for effective non-clinical management strategies around complications.

Abstract

Endoscopy is integral to modern gastrointestinal care but carries inherent risks that extend beyond clinical outcomes. While procedural complications are well documented, their psychological, emotional and organisational repercussions are underexplored. This review highlights the implications of endoscopic complications on patients, families, clinicians and healthcare systems. It also aims to discuss the medicolegal aspects around the issue and propose strategies to handle the non-clinical aspects of endoscopic complication.

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