The study found intubation in the CO2 group was superior in both the oral and anal routes. The total enteroscopy rate in the CO2 group was 34.9 percent, compared to 17.6 percent in the air group.
The researchers concluded that CO2 insufflation results in improved intubation depth and total enteroscopy rate.
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