Upper Endoscopy & Colonoscopy @IyBRAIN
Channel: Illuminate your BRAIN
Date: 2023-12-24

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Endoscopy is a non-invasive medical procedure utilizing an endoscope—a slender, flexible tube equipped with a light and camera at its tip. The primary objective is to visually inspect internal organs and structures, obviating the necessity for surgical intervention in diagnosing and treating various medical conditions. A live feed of the body's interior is transmitted to a monitor via the endoscope's camera, enabling real-time observations by healthcare professionals.
Endoscopes are diverse in type and size, serving distinct purposes:
Gastrointestinal Endoscope: Employed for procedures like esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) or colonoscopy, facilitating examination of the digestive tract.
Bronchoscope: Utilized for scrutinizing the airways and lungs.
Cystoscope: Applied for inspecting the bladder and urinary tract.
Laparoscope: Employed for minimally invasive surgery and exploration of abdominal and pelvic cavities.
Arthroscope: Utilized for joint examination and surgery, such as in the knee or shoulder.
The endoscopy process typically involves seven steps:

Preparation: Fasting and potential sedation to ease the procedure.
Note: Colonoscopy necessitates bowel preparation.
Insertion: The endoscope is gently introduced through a natural opening or a small incision, depending on the targeted body part.
Visualization: As the endoscope traverses the body, the camera transmits live images to a monitor.
Examination or Treatment: Special tools may be used for tasks like biopsies, polyp removal, or treatment, depending on the procedure's purpose.
Completion: Upon concluding the examination or treatment, the endoscope is carefully withdrawn.
Recovery: Post-procedure observation ensures no immediate complications, with possible temporary discomfort or bloating.
Results: Images and samples obtained are analyzed, and findings are communicated to the patient subsequently.

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK532268/