what is involved in an endoscopy procedure
An endoscopy is a procedure in which your doctor uses specialized instruments to view and operate on the internal organs and vessels of your body. An endoscopy is a procedure in which your doctor uses specialized instruments to view and operate on the internal organs and vessels of your body. It allows surgeons to view problems within your body without making large incisions.
During the upper GI endoscopy, the doctor may. 1  take small samples of tissue, cells, or fluid in your upper GI tract for testing. 2  stop any bleeding. 3  perform other procedures, such as opening up strictures.