Procedures
Upper GI Endoscopy
A visual examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, and duodenum) using a lighted, flexible tube with a video camera at the end.
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
An ultrasound unit with an endoscope, providing clearer pictures of the surrounding tissue creating an image of the underlying area, giving the physician a view of the tissues and organs beneath the intestinal surface.
Esophageal Dilation
Gently widening the narrow spot a little more with each larger dilator. This is the simplest and quickest method of opening the esophagus.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
To examine the tubes between the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
Colonoscopy
An examination of the large bowel and the distal part of the small bowel with a fiber optic camera on a flexible tube passed through the anus. It can provide a visual diagnosis and the ability to biopsy or removal suspected colorectal cancer lesions.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Painless procedure to remove hemorrhoids.