UGI Endoscopy

Upper GI endoscopy is a procedure that evaluates:
The mucosa of esophagus,
stomach and
duodenum

Technique
An Endoscope is introduced into the mouth after sedating the patient that helps to examine internal structures such as stomach, and esophagus.

In case of any suspicion, a biopsy is suggested
Endotherapy can be done for bleeding lesions.

Advantages
Endoscopy is an extremely safe procedure that does not cause any complications.

It is usually done on outpatient basis and patient can be discharged in 2-3 hours.

Indications of UGI endoscopy
Bleeding (red or coffee colored blood) from mouth
Difficulty in swallowing food
Upper abdominal pain
Chronic diarrhea
Endoscopes for various therapeutic procedures:

Banding of varices
Endotherapy of ulcers
Polyp removal
Foreign body removal
Dilatation of strictures
APC application for GAVE/PHG/PGP
Stenting of esophagus and duodenum