A gastroscopy is also used to help confirm (or rule out) suspected conditions, such as: stomach ulcers (sometimes know as peptic ulcers) – open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach and small intestine. gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) – where stomach acid leaks back up into the oesophagus.
What is a gastroscopy looking for?
A gastroscopy (examination of the stomach) can help confirm or rule out the presence of medical conditions like gastritis or peptic ulcers. In this procedure, an instrument called a gastroscope is used to look at the inside of the food pipe, the stomach, and part of the duodenum (the first part of the intestine).
What diseases can be detected by an gastroscopy?
Upper GI endoscopy can be used to identify many different diseases:
- gastroesophageal reflux disease.
- ulcers.
- cancer link.
- inflammation, or swelling.
- precancerous abnormalities such as Barrett's esophagus.
- celiac disease.
- strictures or narrowing of the esophagus.
- blockages.
