Upper GI endoscopy is a procedure to evaluate the mucosa of esophagus, stomach and duodenum.
Endoscope is introduced by the mouth after sedation, mucosal appearance of esophagus, stomach and duodenum is evaluated and biopsy can be taken from suspicious areas, and endotherapy can be done for the bleeding lesions.
Endoscopy is an extremely safe procedure without any complications. It is usually done on outpatient basis and patient can be discharged in 2-3 hours.
Indications of UGI Endoscopy
Bleeding (red or coffee colored blood) from mouth
Difficulty in swallowing food
Upper abdominal pain
Chronic diarrhea
Therapeutic procedures that can be done during endoscopy are