Advanced and Interventional Endoscopy in Burton, MI
An endoscopy offers a minimally invasive way to view your upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract and diagnose and treat problems. Dr. Al-Midani, your Burton, MI gastroenterologist at Digestive Diseases and Nutrition Center offers advanced endoscopy services.
What is an Advanced Endoscopy?
Advanced endoscopy is both a diagnostic and treatment tool designed to detect and treat conditions involving the esophagus, stomach, and upper intestine.
Conditions Which Can Be Diagnosed and Treated with Advanced Endoscopy
Advanced endoscopy can provide excellent imaging and access to difficult areas for diagnosis and treatment of:
- GERD
- Anemia
- Ulcers
- Celiac disease
- GI cancer
When You Should See You Gastroenterologist for Advanced Endoscopy
Your gastroenterologist may recommend advanced endoscopy if you are experiencing signs and symptoms like these:
- Chronic nausea and vomiting
- Continuous abdominal pain
- Difficulty swallowing
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
How to Prepare for Advanced Endoscopy
Before advanced endoscopy, your gastroenterologist may recommend not drinking or eating anything for 4 to 8 hours before your procedure. Also, remember to avoid taking any blood-thinning medications or NSAIDs, because they can result in bleeding in your upper digestive system.
What to Expect During Advanced Endoscopy
Advanced endoscopy is typically performed while you are under sedation, so you must bring a driver with you to drive you home after your procedure. During your procedure, a thin, flexible tube known as an endoscope is inserted into your mouth and guided down your throat. The tube contains a camera at one end which allows your doctor to view your upper digestive system. If your doctor locates an abnormal area of tissue, a polyp, or other abnormal growth, your doctor can remove a small sample of tissue or the growth. The sample or growth can be sent off for a biopsy to determine whether the tissue is benign or cancerous.