Gastroscopy
Procedure where a flexible thin tube (fibreoptic scope) is inserted into the oesophagus (gullet) to look into the stomach and the first part of the duodenum (small intestine). A Biopsy may be taken and sent to the lab for microscopical assessment. It may be used for investigation purposes or to stop a bleed.
- Speciality General Surgery, Miscellaneous
- Urgency elective, urgent, emergency
- Duration 15 to 30 min
- Blood Loss none
- Anaesthesia Sedation
- Anaesthesia II General
- Pain mild (+)
- Post-op Pain II Tablets
- Hospital Stay Day Surgery (a few hours)
- Full Recovery 1 day
- Additional Info A longer length of stay in the hospital depends on the underlying problem and not on the procedure
- More Information National Health Service
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