What are the 5 special procedures of the gastro intestinal system
1. Upper endoscopy: This procedure involves inserting a flexible tube with a camera and light source (endoscope) through the mouth to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine.
2. Colonoscopy: This procedure involves inserting a long, flexible tube with a camera and light source (colonoscope) through the rectum to examine the entire colon and rectum for abnormalities, such as polyps or cancer.
3. ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography): This procedure combines endoscopy and X-ray imaging to examine the bile ducts, pancreatic duct, and gallbladder. It is often used to diagnose and treat conditions such as gallstones, pancreatitis, and bile duct obstruction.
4. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS): This procedure involves using an endoscope with an ultrasound probe at its tip to produce detailed images of the gastrointestinal tract and surrounding organs. EUS can help diagnose and stage various gastrointestinal cancers and detect abnormalities in the pancreas, liver, and gallbladder.
5. Capsule endoscopy: In this procedure, the patient swallows a small, disposable capsule containing a camera that takes pictures as it travels through the digestive tract. The images are wirelessly transmitted to a recorder worn by the patient. Capsule endoscopy is primarily used to examine the small intestine and detect conditions such as Crohn's disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, or tumors.