Gastroscopy (1)

1. What is Gastroscopy?

Gastroscopy is the use of endoscope, going into upper digestive system through the patient's mouth, esophagus, into the stomach, duodenum and jejunum. The doctor can observe the internal status in order to carry out the examination, diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

2. What is the function of Gastroscopy?

By the use of endoscope, doctor can check the internal conditions of the upper digestive system (esophagus, stomach, duodenum and jejunum). If necessary, the doctor can perform some treatments as follow:

    Biopsy collection for lab test
    Removal of foreign body
    Varicose veins treatment
    Laser treatment
    Pyloroplasty for Pyloric Stenosis
    Polypectomy
    Inner lining hemostasis


3. Before Gastroscopy, what do I need to prepare and pay attention?

Points to note for patients before gastroscopy:

Sign the consent form for receiving gastroscopy examination or treatment after well understanding with doctor’s explanation.
   
Do not eat within 6 hours before the examination in order to avoid aspiration when inducing vomiting, and provide a clear vision view for gastroscopy.
   
Follow doctor’s instruction for arrangement of taking the chronic illness medication (diabetes, hypertension, or drug allergy).
   
Follow the date, time and place for meeting the appointment of the gastroscopy.

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Reference information:  http://esteemmedical.com.hk/gastroscopy.html
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