Capsule Endoscopy is a painless procedure that allows the doctor to examine the lining of the middle part of the gastrointestinal tract, which is difficult to approach through conventional endoscopy. After overnight fasting, the patient is asked to swallow a pill-sized camera, which transmits the images to a data recorder worn on a belt by the patient. The images can be viewed on a computer. The main indications include obscure GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease and coelic cprue.
The Bravo pH Capsule with delivery system measures gastroesophageal acid levels (pH) in the evaluation of GERD (atypical and typical). As an ambulatory, catheter-free system for esophageal pH monitoring, the Bravo system provides an alternative to traditional pH monitoring systems that require a nasoesophageal catheter. By allowing patients to maintain their regular diet and activities, the Bravo system provides added convenience for patients and more clinical information for physicians.
Infrared Coagulation for Hemorrhoids
Infrared Coagulation is a widely used and highly effective method for treating hemorrhoids. This is a ten-minute procedure done under sedation. It involves applying infrared light through the anus to compress and seal hemorrhoidal
Direct access colonoscopy enables the primary care physician to refer the patient directly for a screening colonoscopy without a prior office visit.
Appropriate Patients:
§ Over 50 years of age.
§ 10 yrs younger than the youngest family member with colon cancer or adenomatous polyps.
§ No GI symptoms
§ No severe cardiac or pulmonary disease
§ No tendency for bleeding
§ No co-morbid conditions
The urea breath test (UBT) is a procedure for diagnosing the presence of a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). H. pylori causes inflammation, ulcers, and atrophy of the stomach. The main indication of the test is to find out if the infection has been successfully eradicated.
SigmoidoscopySigmoidoscopy is the examination of the left side of the colon. The main indications are the evaluation of hemorrhoidal bleeding and screening for colorectal cancer.
E.G.D. (Esogastroduodenoscopy)
E.G.D. allows the doctor to examine the lining of the upper GI tract. The main indications include heartburn, indigestion, dysphagia, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain and anaemia.
The entire colon can be directly inspected using a long, thin flexible instrument called a Colonoscopy. The main indications are the removal of polyps, lower abdominal pain, a change in bowel habits, anaemia, weight loss and bleeding per rectum.
( Office Endoscopies are done with Anaesthesia)
