An endoscopy is an invasive procedure use to look inside the body. It involves inserting a long flexible tube called the endoscope into a hollow organ or cavity of the body.
What is EGD?
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
An EDG is used to look inside the upper digestive tract.
A polyp is an abnormal growth on a mucos membrane.
A biopsy is an observation of small pieces of tissue.
A colonoscopy is an invasive procedure used to look inside the large intestines.
A colonoscopy is used to look for and scream colorectal cancer or finedigestive problems.
What endoscopy type is a colon polyp?
Colonoscopy.
What endoscopy type is celiac disease?
Upper endoscopy.
The most common treatment for celiac disease is following a strict gluten-free diet.
Another name for Crohn's Disease is inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
What endoscopy type is gastroesophageal reflux disease?