Fig. 2From: Endoscopic submucosal dissection under general anesthesia for superficial esophageal squamous cell carcinoma is associated with better clinical outcomesEndoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) procedure. a On the mid esophagus, a 2.6-cm-sized geographic mucosal hyperemia is noticed. b Lugol’s solution is sprayed along the lesion to aid visualization. c Marking around the lesion is performed. d After submucosal injection, circumferential mucosal pre-cutting is performed. e After dissection of the submucosal layer, an artificial ulcer is seen. f Fixation of the resected specimenBack to article page