Gastroscopy
Gastroscopy is a research method in which a doctor examines in detail the mucous membrane of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum using special endoscopic equipment.
Due to its high diagnostic accuracy, gastroscopy makes it possible to identify pathological changes in the early stages, which is especially important in the case of precancerous conditions or neoplasms.
During gastroscopy, doctors of Olympus Clinics cat detect inflammatory changes, erosive and ulcerative processes, precancerous conditions, neoplasms of the mucous membrane. Gastroscopy is recommended for all patients over 45 years of age (even in the absence of complaints). It is important to perform this study in patients with a burdened hereditary history (if the next of kin have cancer of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum).
In the morning, the study is conducted strictly on an empty stomach, the last meal the night before (a light dinner is allowed). If the study is conducted after 17:00, then a light breakfast is possible 11-12 hours before the procedure. Before gastroscopy, non-carbonated non-alcoholic unpainted transparent liquids are allowed (water, weak sweet tea, juice without pulp and apple-type seeds), however, it is necessary to stop taking them strictly no later than 4 hours before the study.
Gastroscopy is performed under conditions of drug-induced sleep and takes an average of 10-15 minutes. The patient is positioned in a comfortable position on his left side. A thin endoscope with a miniature video camera is carefully sequentially passed through the mouth into the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. The specialist examines the mucous membrane in detail, performs photofixation, and, if necessary, takes a biopsy for histological examination.
Olympus Clinic uses modern endoscopic equipment of an expert class. High-precision endoscopes with HD cameras and special image quality enhancement modes provide excellent visualization, allowing doctors to identify and examine in detail the smallest changes in the mucous membrane.
After gastroscopy "in a dream", recovery occurs quickly — the patient stays in a separate comfortable room with a comfortable bed for 30-40 minutes, after which he can return to his usual lifestyle, eliminating driving on the day of the study. The doctor gives individual recommendations on nutrition and regimen based on the results of the examination.
Benefits
Accuracy
Highly informative examination with a detailed visual assessment of the mucous membrane of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum. The possibility of a targeted biopsy of a pathologically altered area.
Safety
Continuous anesthetic monitoring throughout the study.
Comfort
Gastroscopy "in a dream" is painless for the patient.
Efficiency
Conducting research quickly and getting results.
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