Procedures performed include:
Esophagus Gastro Duodenoscopy (EGD) — is a procedure in which a thin scope with a light and camera at its tip is used to look inside the upper digestive tract — the esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine called the duodenum. It is used to identify causes of abdominal or chest pain, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, bleeding, and swallowing problems.
Colonoscopy — a procedure in which the physician uses a colonoscope, which is placed into the lower part of the colon through the rectum, to look at the large intestine. A colonoscopy helps find ulcers, colon polyps, tumors, and areas of inflammation or bleeding. During a colonoscopy, tissue samples can be collected and abnormal growths can be taken out. A colonoscopy can also be used as a screening test to check for cancer or precancerous growths in the colon or rectum (polyps).
Flexible sigmoidoscopy — a procedure in which the inner lining of the lower large intestine is examined. Flexible sigmoidoscopy is commonly used to evaluate gastrointestinal symptoms, such as abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, or changes in bowel habits. It is also performed to screen people older than age 50 for colon and rectal cancer.