What is GI endoscopy? Procedure, Benefits & Risks

Posted On July 21, 2023

Development of science and technology has led to advancement in the field of medical diagnosis as well as treatment of various medical conditions. One such boon for the medical world is Endoscopic Procedures which enabled the healthcare providers to see things themselves rather than relying upon the images or shadows obtained through radiological examinations. Keeping up with the technological advancements, SIDS hospital boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure, equipment, technical staff, nurses, and trained endoscopists and is one of the best hospitals to provide GI endoscopy Hospital in Surat.

Types of GI Endoscopy procedures

The Upper GI endoscopy- An endoscope is used during an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, also known as a gastroscopy or an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy), to view the lining of the upper gastrointestinal tract (a flexible thin hollow tube with a camera). The food pipe, stomach, and duodenum (the first portion of the small intestine) make up the upper gastrointestinal tract, which is inspected while the patient is lightly sedated. This procedure is performed in order to identify and treat gastrointestinal illnesses.

Lower GI endoscopy- it allows your healthcare professional to see your lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Your entire colon and rectum can be examined (colonoscopy). Alternatively, only the rectum and sigmoid colon need to be inspected (sigmoidoscopy). The expert endoscopist at SIDS hospital, Surat will help you have the best GI endoscopy surgery experience and results.

GI Endoscopy Procedure

Before procedure,

Your expert will guide you through the whole process verbally and will help you be mentally strong and aware of the whole process that is going to be performed on you.
You won’t be allowed to eat or drink for 8-10 hours before your examination.
The hospital will provide you with proper clothing that is easy-to-remove anytime.
You’ll be asked to remove all the dentures and eyeglasses.
You may be given a topical anaesthetic to numb your throat.

During the actual procedure,

You will be asked to wear a plastic mouthpiece that will help your mouth to be open all time, helping the procedure go smooth.
An expert will lubricate the endoscope and will make it pass through your mouthpiece to your stomach and then into a small intestine, under sharp visual supervision.
A small suction pipe will quickly remove any Saliva you may produce.
An expert will keep an eye on portions of the linings of your esophagus, stomach, or your intestine and examine the condition as the endoscope is moved through the digestive tract.

After the procedure,

If you have been anaesthetised, someone from the staff will transfer you to another room and will take care of your vitals till you wake up.
Ask someone to take you home, as you shouldn’t be driving a car or any other mode of transportation.
Once you reach home, rest well, and have light meals.

After the procedure, a thorough health analysis would be done before you are given a discharge and thereafter you will be guided regarding the care and precautions to be taken by our best endoscopy surgeon in Surat at SIDS hospital.

Benefits of endoscopy:

It allows doctors to diagnose different conditions, like identifying ulcers, bleeding, celiac disease, blockages, inflammation, and tumors.
It allows doctors to treat complications in the digestive systems, including removing a foreign object, widening a narrow esophagus, or clipping off a polyp.
It is one of the safest procedures, and that helps patients to be a little free and out of tension.
It is a quick procedure. A GI endoscopy takes roughly around 20 minutes to complete.
It is not a painful procedure; hence patients will likely give their consent to the doctors to perform the procedure. However, some patients may find it a bit uncomfortable, that is all.

Endoscopy has a much lower risk of bleeding and infection than open surgery. SIDS being one the best GI endoscopy hospital in Surat that perform these procedures through its cutting edge technology and expert endoscopic surgeons, strives to give accurate diagnosis and results. To know more you can contact us at:

FAQs

What does a GI endoscopy show?

A doctor uses GI endoscopy to see the inner lining of the digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, small intestine, large intestine including the rectum.

Is GI Endoscopy painful?

The procedure may become a bit uncomfortable for some patients. Still, the procedure shouldn’t be painful, as it is performed where the patient is given a dose of anaesthesia.

What is the difference between Lower GI endoscopy & Upper GI Endoscopy?

The upper endoscopy procedure normally deals with the upper GI tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. And lower endoscopy or colonoscopy is performed to examine the lower GI tract, specifically the colon and rectum.

How long is the recovery period after GI endoscopy?

Normally, the recovery period after GI endoscopy ranges from one to two weeks.