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Just about everybody at one point or another will experience abdominal pain.
Most causes of abdominal pain are not serious and can be readily diagnosed and
treated. However, abdominal pain can also be the sign of a serious illness, and
it is important... |
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The inside wall of the gastrointestinal tract can be affected by a variety of
diseases such as ulcers, inflammatory conditions, infections, polyps or cancer.
Any of these can cause anemia (a red blood cell disorder) or bleeding, weight
loss or other GI ... |
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Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a procedure that allows a physician to
obtain images and information about the digestive tract and the surrounding
tissue and organs. In the procedure of endoscopy, a long, flexible tube
that is inserted into the patient’s... |
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What is laser endoscopy?
Endoscopy is a procedure that involves the use of an endoscope, a special
instrument with a camera attached that allows the doctor to view images of the
inside of the body through very small incisions. Sometimes, the doctor uses... |
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What is upper endoscopy?
Upper endoscopy is a routine, outpatient procedure in which the inside of
the upper digestive system is examined.
The procedure is commonly used to help identify the causes of:
Abdominal or chest pain
Nausea and vomiting... |
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