Oesophago Gastro Duodenoscopy in Goa

Oesophago Gastro Duodenoscopy procedure is performed to visually examine the lining of the stomach, duodenum and oesophagus.

Pre Procedure

The patient should be on an empty stomach with at least 6-8 hours of fasting. No meals and water should be taken after midnight.
The doctor must be informed immediately if you are taking blood thinning medications or have any underlying health conditions.

During Procedure

The patient will be moved to a separate room where their privacy will be respected at all times.
Dentures, contact lenses and eye glasses must be removed.
Local anaesthesia will be sprayed on the patient’s throat to make the area numb or a sedative will be given via injection.
The patient will be given a mouth guard to protect their teeth.
An endoscope will be passed through the patient’s mouth and throat, following which, they will be asked to swallow their saliva (instead of the endoscope).
The instrument will not affect your breathing or cause pain. The process will be completed in 5 minutes.
The doctor may take small tissue samples or biopsies during the procedure for pathologic examination. Oesophago Gastro Duodenoscopy is done by experts, consult today.

Post Procedure

The throat may become slightly sore and numb.
The patient is advised to rest for a day.
The consumption of food and water should be avoided until the swallowing reflux becomes normal.
The patient is advised to bring a companion with them as they will be unable to perform routine activities, such as walking and driving because of the administration of sedatives.
Upper GI endoscopy is considered a safe procedure. However, in some cases, complications, such as a tear of the intestine, bleeding or cardio-respiratory problems may occur. Visit Manipal, the Gastrointestinal Hospital in Goa to know more. Contact us now to get the best gastrointestinal treatment in Goa with the help of a team of gastrointestinal surgeons at Manipal Hospitals.

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