Tips from Clive Waters, Area Sales Consultant (South East & London)
During colonoscopy, the successful removal of polyps plays a vital role in the prevention of colorectal cancer. While many polyps can be removed relatively easily, sessile polyps present a greater technical challenge due to their flat shape and close attachment to the bowel wall. For these more complex procedures, clinicians need a reliable submucosal lifting solution that provides excellent visualisation and a sustained lift. This is where Blue Eye™ has earned the confidence of endoscopists across the UK.
There are two main types of colorectal polyps encountered during endoscopy: sessile and pedunculated polyps. Pedunculated polyps grow on a stalk, making them easier to identify and remove using a standard snare technique. Sessile polyps, however, lie flat against the bowel lining. Their low profile can make them more difficult to detect and technically more demanding to remove safely and completely.
Many sessile polyps are adenomas, which are considered precancerous lesions. Although not every adenoma will become cancerous, they are generally removed when identified to reduce the risk of future malignancy. Achieving complete resection while protecting the underlying bowel wall is therefore a key objective during endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR).
A crucial step in EMR is creating a submucosal lift beneath the lesion. Traditionally, saline has been used for this purpose. While readily available, saline disperses quickly within the tissue, meaning the lift can flatten rapidly and require repeated injections throughout the procedure. This can interrupt workflow and make challenging resections even more demanding.
Blue Eye™ has been specifically developed to overcome these limitations. The ready-to-use lifting solution provides a more controlled and longer-lasting cushion beneath the lesion, helping clinicians maintain clear separation between the polyp and the muscular layer. For flat, awkward sessile lesions, this sustained lift can make resection more controlled and efficient. One leading UK gastroenterologist remarked that, on a busy day, using Blue Eye saved her about 45 minutes, as it speeds up the process of locating and excising certain lesions.
Containing an integrated dye that enhances visualisation of the submucosal plane and lesion margins, Blue Eye™ offers improved contrast. This can help clinicians better identify tissue boundaries during resection, supporting the precise removal of difficult lesions.
With more than 10 years of clinical excellence and a zero accident record, Blue Eye™ has established itself as a trusted choice in endoscopy units. Being supplied ready to use also removes the need for clinicians to prepare or mix lifting solutions before procedures, helping to standardise practice and improve efficiency within busy endoscopy departments.
Importantly, Blue Eye™ provides clinicians with flexibility. It is supplied as a ready-to-use lifting solution without adrenaline as standard, while allowing adrenaline to be added immediately before use when the clinical situation or operator preference requires it. Guidance for preparing Blue Eye with an appropriate haemostatic agent is straightforward, allowing clinicians to tailor the solution to specific procedural needs.
Available both directly from Omnimed and through the NHS Supply Chain, procurement of Blue Eye™ is simple for healthcare providers across the UK. What’s more, customers ordering in bulk through NHS Supply Chain can benefit from more attractive pricing.
When tackling technically demanding sessile polyps, clinicians need confidence in both their technique and the products they use. By delivering a durable lift, enhanced visualisation and ready-to-use convenience, Blue Eye provides an effective solution for modern EMR procedures. For endoscopy teams seeking to improve efficiency while supporting safe and effective polyp resection, Blue Eye™ continues to demonstrate why it has become a trusted partner in the removal of sessile colorectal lesions.
If you want a submucosal lifting agent that excels in sessile polyp lifting, offers excellent rigidity time, flexible adrenaline options, a zero accident record and bulk pricing deals through NHS Supply Chain, try Blue Eye™ during your next procedure. Contact us to place your order.
This article is part of our Tales from Sales series, where the Omnimed Sales team share insights and practical tips from out in the field.
