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What kind of structural abnormalities can an endoscopy uncover?
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Endoscopy benefits: Endoscopy is a sedated optical exam of lining of esophagus, stomach, & upper portion of small intestine. New endoscopic technology permits microscopic inspection, & vital stains &/or specific light band imaging better checks for abnormalities. Inflammatory, infectious, malabsorptive, narrowings, benign tumor & malignant conditions can be identified, biopsied as warranted, & treated when possible.
Answered 11/5/2016
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Many: Depends on type but many things such as ulcers, cancers, polyps, inflammation, vascular abnormalities, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac, barrett's esophagus, strictures (to name a few..).
Answered 11/5/2016
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