Whether you need a colonoscopy or an upper GI endoscopy, you’ll need to plan ahead for the test. Remember, making the necessary changes the week before the endoscopy test helps ensure the ...

Esophageal capsule endoscopy for screening and surveillance of esophageal varices in patients with portal hypertension. Hepatology 47 , 1595–1603 (2008). Article Google Scholar ...

Background and Aim: Same-day bidirectional endoscopy, including esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy, is frequently performed to screen for cancer and gastrointestinal bleeding.

It is currently recommended that patients who have undergone sedated endoscopy avoid driving, cycling, and even using public transport unaccompanied for 24 h afterwards. Many patients, however ...