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Table 2 Comparison of ampulla of Vater visualization between FVE and CAE

From: Cap-assisted endoscopy increases ampulla of Vater visualization in high-risk patients

Ampulla of Vater visualization

FVE

CAE

P value

 Completely visualized

52 (51.0%)

99 (97.0%)

< 0.001

 Partially or not visualized

50 (49.0%)

3a (3.0%)

< 0.001

  1. FVE forward-viewing endoscopy, CAE cap-assisted endoscopy
  2. aside-viewing endoscopy were performed