Functions of the Gallbladder
You probably don’t give much thought to your gallbladder, the small, pear-shaped pouch beneath your liver on the right side of your abdomen. The gallbladder is part of the biliary…
An orally inserted endoscope helps your provider examine the lining of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum to help diagnose digestive issues.
Using an endoscope to view the stomach, your provider will inject dyes into the biliary tree and pancreas so they can be seen on X-ray.
Examination of the colon for signs of abnormality using a rectally inserted fiber optic tool. Recommended for ages 50+
A small camera in the shape and size of a pill is swallowed in order to take pictures inside the digestive tract.
Also called upper endoscopy, an EGD is an interior examination of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum.
A wireless capsule or a small probe is positioned near the lower esophagus to monitor esophageal acid levels.
A method examining the biliary system via catheter instead of probe; often in cases of bile duct stones, nodules or masses.
GI diseases are treated through diet and medication and diagnosed through stool, blood tests and/or endoscopies.
Abnormalities or inflammation of the pancreas, including conditions such as pancreatitis and cystic fibrosis.
Any disorder of the liver, including conditions such as cirrhosis, inflammation, tumors and metabolic disorders.
Diseases characterized by inflammation of the bowel, including conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
A common disorder of the large intestine, often leading to cramping, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea.
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Partial examination of the colon for signs of abnormality using a rectally inserted fiber optic tool.
A procedure deterring blood supply from the hemorrhoidal mass by applying a rubber band to the base of the hemorrhoid.
Uses an endoscope to evaluate gastrointestinal bleeding, small bowel tumors, polyps or other small bowel diseases.
A diagnostic procedure performed by inserting a flexible tube down the throat, stomach and small intestine to look for diseases.
A procedure using sound waves to produce images of the lining and walls of your digestive tract, chest and nearby organs.
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing is a condition caused by factors such as age, genetics, improper chewing or disease.
Care and treatment for a condition that slows the digestive tract and prevents the stomach from emptying properly.
Choosing an experienced gastroenterologist is vital. Research shows that patients who have a colonoscopy performed by a non-specialist have a 39% greater chance of needing a repeat colonoscopy from a gastroenterologist.
You probably don’t give much thought to your gallbladder, the small, pear-shaped pouch beneath your liver on the right side of your abdomen. The gallbladder is part of the biliary…
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