Endoscopy

Our JAG-accredited service provides both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies for patients with gastrointestinal, urological, and respiratory conditions.??

What is endoscopy?

Endoscopy is used to investigate a variety of symptoms such as abdominal pain, difficulty swallowing, unexplained bleeding, and changes in bowel habits. It can also be used to treat certain conditions directly, such as removing polyps, stopping bleeding, or relieving obstructions.?

A slim endoscope is inserted through a natural opening (e.g. mouth or rectum), or through a small incision if required.?

At 米兰体育, we offer a wide range of anaesthetic options tailored to the patient’s comfort and clinical needs. Procedures can be performed:?

  • without sedation?
  • with the use of Entonox (gas and air)?
  • under mild sedation?
  • or with deep sedation or general anaesthetic, administered and monitored by a qualified anaesthetist?

米兰体育 follows strict clinical protocols aligned with both and . As a JAG-accredited institution, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, comfort, and quality for all patients undergoing endoscopy.?

Why choose us for endoscopy?

Endoscopy services

We offer a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures, including:

  • gastroscopy, also known as oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD) – to examine the oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum?
  • colonoscopy – to fully examine the colon and rectum?
  • flexible sigmoidoscopy – to examine the lower part of the colon?
  • endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) – to assess and treat bile and pancreatic ducts?
  • endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) – combines endoscopy with ultrasound to assess deeper structures?
  • endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) – removes polyps or early-stage cancers?
  • endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) – an advanced technique for removing large lesions?
  • percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) – used for feeding tube placement?
  • nasojejunal (NJ) tube placement
  • endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) – a minimally invasive weight-loss procedure?
  • capsule endoscopy – a swallowable capsule camera for small bowel investigation?
  • bronchoscopy – to visualise the airways and lungs?
  • endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) – to sample lymph nodes in the chest?
  • cystoscopy – to assess the bladder and urinary tract, as well as removal of ureteric stents

We offer a wide range of therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including:?

  • argon plasma coagulation (APC) for gastrointestinal bleeding?
  • stricture dilatation?
  • variceal banding?
  • polypectomy?
  • stent placement?
  • haemostasis management?
  • foreign body removal?
  • percutaneous access (PEG, NJ)?

Paying for your treatment

We welcome both self-paying and insured patients.

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