What to Expect: The Gastroscopy Procedure Explained
Gastroscopy, also known as an upper endoscopy or esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), is a medical procedure used to examine the upper digestive tract. It involves the insertion of a flexible, lighted tube called an endoscope through the mouth to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). Gastroscopy is a valuable diagnostic […]
