Endoscopy for diagnosis and treatment
Endoscopy and colonoscopy let the specialist examine the digestive tract, take samples and treat selected findings.
What to expect.
Endoscopy examines the food pipe, stomach and duodenum. Colonoscopy examines the colon and rectum. Both use a flexible camera to investigate symptoms or screening findings.
These procedures can identify inflammation, ulcers, bleeding, polyps or suspicious tissue and allow samples to be taken. Sedation and discharge plans depend on the patient and procedure.
Procedures available at Wellmed.
Diagnostic endoscopy
Examination for ulcers, inflammation, infection or suspicious tissue in the upper digestive tract.
Diagnostic colonoscopy
Examination of the colon for polyps, inflammation, bleeding or suspicious tissue.
Polypectomy
Removal of selected colon polyps during colonoscopy.
Therapeutic endoscopy
Bleeding control, stricture dilation and stent placement.
Biopsy procedures
Tissue sampling for definitive laboratory diagnosis.
Sedation and recovery
Sedation and recovery monitoring when appropriate.
Start with a consultation.
Discuss your diagnosis, options and costs before deciding on treatment.