Doctors may perform an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to diagnose and help treat stomach ulcers. During the procedure, a healthcare professional inserts an endoscope through the mouth and into the ...
An endoscopy can diagnose eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), but its also an important tool for monitoring how well medical therapy is working especially when you switch treatment types.Typically an ...
The volume of endoscopic procedures performed at the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) continues to increase. These procedures range from screening colonoscopies to upper GI endoscopies. Improving the ...
Worldwide, a limiting factor in the use of endoscopy is the lack of trained gastroenterologists. Research has shown that nonphysician clinicians (such as nurses) with specific training can ...