What are the complications of an endoscopy?
Overall, endoscopy is very safe; however, the procedure does have a few potential complications, which may include:
- Perforation (tear in the gut wall)
- Reaction to sedation.
- Infection.
- Bleeding.
- Pancreatitis as a result of ERCP.
What is checked in an upper endoscopy?
An upper endoscopy is a procedure a doctor uses to look at the inner lining of the upper digestive tract (the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, which is the first part of the small intestine). This test is also sometimes called an esophagogastroduodenoscopy, or EGD.
Is endoscopy a complicated procedure?
Endoscopic procedures are minimally invasive procedures because the endoscope is inserted into the body through a small incision or an opening in the body, such as the mouth or anus.
Can an upper endoscopy detect liver problems?
It can show organs such as the liver, spleen, and kidneys. It can also check blood flow through blood vessels. This test can be done by pressing down with an ultrasound wand on your belly. Or it may be done inside your body with ultrasound on the end of an EGD scope.
Should I be worried about endoscopy?
Endoscopies are common and very low risk, and therefore there’s no need to feel anxious. You will usually only experience slight discomfort, and experiencing endoscopic pain is very rare. Endoscopies are very safe and do not usually require anaesthetic.
What is the alternative to endoscopy?
The most common alternative to endoscopy is an upper GI x-ray examination using a barium swallow. This procedure does not allow for biopsy or removal of tissue and is not able to identify flat lesions; if abnormalities are detected with the upper GI x-ray examination, an endoscopy will be required.
Does endoscopy show liver damage?
Liver disease and cirrhosis are common causes of mortality worldwide[1]. The role of endoscopy in liver disease is both diagnostic and interventional: endoscopy should be offered to patients with relevant symptoms (unsuspected liver disease may be diagnosed in this manner) and for variceal screening and treatment.
What to expect with an upper endoscopy?
What to expect during Upper GI Endoscopy. During an upper endoscopy, the patient will have to lie down on a table on their back or their side. Often monitors are attached to the patient’s body so that the doctors can monitor their breathing, blood pressure and heart rate.
Is there any risk in upper endoscopy procedure?
Risks of an upper endoscopy include bleeding, perforation of the upper digestive system, and abnormal reaction to the drugs used for sedation. Warning About Upper Endoscopy
What can an upper endoscopy diagnose?
An Upper Endoscopy Can Detect. ulcers. abnormal growths. precancerous conditions. bowel obstruction. inflammation. hiatal hernia.
Do I need an upper endoscopy?
If you have a digestive system issue such as unexplained vomiting or difficulty swallowing, your doctor may recommend a procedure called an upper endoscopy. Also known as an EGD, an upper endoscopy enables your doctor to identify the cause of some digestive problems and even treat them during the procedure.