Endoscopy
Overview
Overview
The upper endoscopy is a procedure used to visualize your upper digestive system with a small camera at the end of a long, flexible tube. A gastroenterologist uses endoscopy to diagnose and, in some cases, treat conditions that affect the throat, stomach, and small intestine (duodenum). The medical name for advanced endoscopy is esophagogastroduodenoscopy. You may have advanced endoscopy performed at your doctor’s office, outpatient surgery or hospital. Arsh Super speciality medical centre is a place where all the precise, highly rated best lab equipment are used to give the human body related issues. The procedure is generally performed, when:
- Fever
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Bloody stools, black or very dark
- Difficulty swallowing
- Severe or persistent abdominal pain
- Vomiting, especially if your vomit is bloody or looks like coffee grounds
- You have to fast before the procedure of endoscopy
- You need to stop taking certain medicines. Like medications for Diabetes, Blood Pressure, Heart and any Neurological symptoms.