Gastroscopy

Gastroscopy is a procedure to examine the upper gastrointestinal tract. It is performed to investigate conditions such as indigestion, nausea, pain, bleeding, or difficulty swallowing. It can be used to diagnose problems such as inflamed tissues, coeliac disease, ulcers, and cancers. 

Under sedation a thin, flexible tube (endoscope) is passed through the mouth into the oesophagus and stomach and then into the first part of the small intestine, which allows viewing of the upper GI tract and specialised procedures such as biopsy.

Gastroscopy is done as a day procedure. Patients are required to fast beforehand. Recovery is usually straightforward with no/minimal after-effects from the procedure. Your doctor will discuss the procedure with you in detail if this is recommended for you.