This refers to inspection of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, and duodenum with a flexible endoscope with or without biopsy, photography, removal of polyps and injection treatment to diagnose conditions such as ulcers, inflammation, and cancer.
Steps of Execution
This refers to inspection of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, and duodenum with a flexible endoscope with or without biopsy, photography, removal of polyps and injection treatment to diagnose conditions such as ulcers, inflammation, and cancer.
- The patient fasts for at least 8 hours before the procedure, in case of any necessary medication adjustments are discussed with the doctor.
- We ensure an informed consent is obtained and patient anxiety allayed.
- We administer sedative and local anesthetic (throat spray) is given.The patient sleeps during the procedure and feels no pain at all
- A thin, flexible tube (gastroscope) with a camera is inserted through the mouth.
- Our experienced Gastroenterologist clearly examines the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.
- Biopsies or treatments e.g. stopping bleeding, removing small growths) may be performed.
- The patient is monitored until sedation wears off.
- Temporary throat discomfort or bloating may sometimes occur.
Immediate findings are discussed.
Biopsy (little body tissues removed for examination) results take 7-14 days and the Patient is reviewed with the results.
Most patients resume normal activities within 24 hours.
- The procedure helps in detection of ulcers, gastritis, tumors, and infections.
- It enables early treatment of precancerous conditions.
- Minimally invasive with low risk.
