Gastroenterology
1.Endoscopic Procedures
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD): A procedure using an endoscope to examine and potentially treat conditions of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.
- Colonoscopy: An endoscopic procedure to examine the colon and rectum, often used for screening and treatment of conditions like polyps or cancer.
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): Combines endoscopy and X-ray to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile ducts and pancreas.
2.Surgical Procedures:
- Appendectomy: Removal of the appendix, typically performed due to appendicitis (inflammation of the appendix).
- Cholecystectomy: Removal of the gallbladder, often due to gallstones or inflammation (cholecystitis).
3.Minimally Invasive Procedures:
- Laparoscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and specialized instruments, often used for procedures like cholecystectomy, hernia repair, and appendectomy. It typically results in shorter recovery times and less postoperative pain compared to open surgery.
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS): Combines endoscopy and ultrasound to obtain detailed images of the digestive tract and surrounding tissues, often used for staging cancers or evaluating pancreatic conditions.
4.Other Procedures:
- Palliative Gastrostomy: Creation of an opening into the stomach to provide nutrition for patients who are unable to eat by mouth due to cancer or other severe conditions.
- Biliary Drainage: Procedures to relieve obstructions in the bile ducts, often performed using endoscopic or percutaneous techniques to place stents or drain bile.