FGDS is a modern endoscopic diagnostic procedure that allows doctors to carefully examine the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Using a flexible endoscope with a camera, gastrointestinal diseases can be detected at an early stage.
Why is FGDS important?
- Detects gastritis, ulcers, polyps, tumors early
- Identifies the causes of abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea
- Allows biopsy sampling for accurate diagnosis
Indications for FGDS
- Chronic stomach pain
- Heartburn and reflux
- Difficulty swallowing
- Unexplained weight loss
- Suspicion of ulcer or gastritis
How the procedure is performed
- Patient comes fasting (6–8 hours).
- Local anesthesia is applied to the throat.
- A thin endoscope is inserted through the mouth.
- The mucosa of the stomach and duodenum is examined, and biopsy samples may be taken.
- The procedure takes about 10–15 minutes.
Advantages
- High diagnostic accuracy
- Ability to perform therapeutic interventions (remove polyps, stop bleeding)
- Quick, safe, and minimally invasive
At Avitsenna Med Servis Clinic, FGDS is performed with the latest equipment by skilled gastroenterologists.
Keywords:
FGDS in Kokand, Stomach endoscopy, Gastrointestinal examination Uzbekistan, Gastritis diagnosis Kokand, Avitsenna gastroenterology.