Water exchange method for colonoscopy: Learning curve of an experienced colonoscopist in a U.S. community practice setting

Water exchange colonoscopy has been reported to reduce examination discomfort and to provide salvage cleansing in unsedated or minimally sedated patients. The prolonged insertion time and perceived difficulty of insertion associated with water exchange have been cited as a barrier to its widespread use.To assess the feasibility of learning and using the water exchange method of colonoscopy in a U.S. community practice setting.Quality improvement...