Endoscopic Procedures

Colonoscopy is a screening test, usually done under sedation. It is used to detect potential health issues in the colon, such as polyps and colorectal cancer. What you eat and …

Intestinal Stricture Intestinal stricture is the partial or total narrowing of the large intestine (or rarely the small intestine) that prevents the progression of content through it. Intestinal stricture can …

Polypectomy is an essential medical procedure when it comes to the removal of polyps, small protrusions or growths that form in some parts of the body, such as the intestine …

What is the pylorus? The pylorus is the sphincter located at the end of the stomach, at its transition with the duodenum. With the stomach’s contraction movements, the pylorus opens …

What is Gastrostomy? Gastrostomy is a medical procedure in which an opening is created in the stomach to allow direct feeding. It is usually indicated when an individual is unable …

During ERCP, after catheterization of the biliary tract and infusion of contrast, an X-ray is performed, which can show stones that may be obstructing the bile flow and causing symptoms …

Elastic band ligation is considered the best procedure for the treatment of esophageal varices. These arise in patients who have increased pressure in the portal vein (portal hypertension), which has …

What are gastric varices? Some patients with portal hypertension may develop dilated veins (varices) in the stomach. These are usually located near the transition of the stomach to the esophagus …

Diagnosis Treatment and Process Stenoplasty Complications The esophagus is a long, narrow tube that carries food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach. Esophageal dilation is the technique used …

What is a colonoscopy? When is it used? What is the preparation for the exam? What will happen during the exam? What are the risks of the procedure? What should …