Endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows your surgeon to examine the upper digestive tract using a thin, flexible tube equipped with a camera. It is commonly used to diagnose and evaluate conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine without the need for surgery.
Endoscopy is often an important part of evaluating patients with acid reflux, swallowing disorders, stomach pain, ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, and patients preparing for bariatric surgery.
Why You May Need an Endoscopy
Endoscopy may be recommended to:
The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and most patients return home the same day.
Why Choose Our Practice?
We provide comprehensive evaluation of upper gastrointestinal conditions using advanced endoscopic technology to help diagnose problems accurately and develop the most appropriate treatment plan.
Endoscopy bariatric surgery, answered
An endoscopy is a procedure that allows your provider to examine the upper digestive tract using a flexible camera.
It helps diagnose conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine.
No. Patients are typically sedated and remain comfortable during the procedure.
Most upper endoscopies take approximately 15 to 30 minutes.
Yes. Small tissue samples can be collected during the procedure if needed.
Most patients receive sedation and have little or no memory of the procedure.
No. You'll need someone to drive you home after receiving sedation.
Yes. It is a very common and generally safe diagnostic procedure.
Many findings are discussed immediately after the procedure, while biopsy results usually take several days.
Yes. Many bariatric patients undergo an upper endoscopy as part of their preoperative evaluation.
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