Question 1

what happens during upper gi endoscopy? will it hurt?

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EGD: During upper endoscopy a flexible tube with a camera is passed to examine the esophagus and stomach. This is done under sedation. Usually there is no pain unless there are any complications.

Question 2

i am having an upper gi endoscopy in 10 hrs. can i have a cup of coffee?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Generally, most endoscopists prefer the stomach to be empty at least 2 hours prior to conscious sedation for endoscopy.  Nothing by mouth after midnight the night before a 0730 procedure, is routine as well, especially for any general anesthesia procedure.

Question 3

would an upper gi endoscopy reveal celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A small intestine biopsy, done by upper endoscopy going down through the mouth, can reveal a diagnosis of celiac disease, especially if the patient has symptoms and blood test results suggesting celiac disease.

Question 4

is it possible for an upper gi endoscopy to detect gall bladder disease?

Accepted Answer

Not generally: Upper GI endoscopy will look at the esophagus, stomach and first portion of the small intestine. If an ERCP is performed then the bile ducts can be evaluated though.

Question 5

is it normal to cough up some mucus 24 hours after an upper gi  endoscopy?

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Yes : You had a procedure that can certainly cause slight irritation of the esophageal mucosa or mucositis. Often, a thicker mucus is formed from the irritation  that you can swallow or cough up . It should clear relatively quickly. If it perists more than a week, call your doctor

Question 6

can upper gi endoscopy shows intestinal cancer?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes but not: Often.  Egd examines esophagus, stomach, duodenum (technically small intestine, but only the very first part), and sometimes the first portion of jejunum, which is the true small intestine.  The small intestine is about 30 feet long.  Then there is the large intestine, or colon, for which you need colonoscopy.  The middle 29+ feet is not accessble via endocsopy.

Question 7

how long can an upper gi endoscopy take?

Accepted Answer

5 to 15 min: Up to 15 min.

Question 8

i want to know why i can't eat after an upper gi endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Mucosal abrasions: Any scoping procedure may cause micro-trauma to the mucosa which is harmless, but you do not want to eat right after the test because the food can cause additional irritation to the intestinal wall.

Question 9

in regards to upper gi endoscopy, what is an irregular z-line?

Accepted Answer

Gastroesophagel jctn: This refers to the appearance of the tissue where the esophagus and stomach meet.  The z-line is a zig-zag line where these 2 different type tissues meet.  Occasionally it can be irregular and protrude more into the esophagus and not have the typical appearance.  This is generally a benign condition but can occasionally represent mild barrett's esophagus, a precancerous change caused by reflux.

Question 10

what are the common conditions found with an upper gi endoscopy?

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UGI tract problems: Upper GI endoscopy exams the oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.  Most nflammatory, structural, infectious, dysplastic (cancer), and motility disorders of these organs are detectable with endoscopy. The value of the procedure however is in its therapeutic potention--dilation, stop bleeding, minor surgery (even notes), and much more.

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