Table 2

Summary of major and minor themes for complex polyp decision-making identified from participant interviews

Major themeSub-themes
1. Gathering information regarding the patients and their polyp1.1 Risk of polyp malignancy
1.2 Chance of achieving complete and safe endoscopic resection
1.3 Influence of age and comorbidities
1.4 Burden of treatment on the patient
2. Aids to decision-making processes2.1 Opinions of colleagues and complex polyp team decision-making strategies
2.2 Shared decision-making with patient
3. Barriers in achieving optimal management3.1 Challenges of complex polyp team decision-making strategies
3.2 Endoscopy service provision
3.3 Referral to other sites for expertise
4. Improving services4.1 Improving decision-making pathways
4.2 Education and training