Endoscopic full-thickness resection using an over-the-scope device: A prospective study

Figure 1 Wound closure with the over-the-scope clip system. A and B: A protruding tumor with a smooth surface in the cardia. The tumor originated from the muscularis propria based on endoscopic ultrasound; C-E: Full-thickness resection was performed; F: Gastric defect formed after full-thickness tumor resection; G: The over-the-scope clip was released to approximate the gastric wall at the defect; H: The tumor; I: Gastroscopic re-examination 6 mo post-procedure revealed a nearly normal gastric wall.