After a careful medical assessment, your doctor has recommended that you should have a gastroscopy examination, a non-surgical technique that can aid in diagnosing problems of the upper digestive system. Based on the results of this exam, your doctor can then suggest the best course of treatment for your problem. More accurate than a barium x-ray and much simpler than exploratory surgery, gastroscopy is a safe and highly effective diagnostic technique.
Understandably, most patients are a bit apprehensive about the idea of "swallowing a scope." However, with the help of modern medical instruments and sedation, patients usually tolerate this test with ease. After the test is completed, most patients are pleasantly surprised by how easy it was. We have written this information to answer any questions that you may have about gastroscopy. If you have additional questions or concerns after reading it, please feel free to consult your doctor.
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