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Endoscopy (Gastroscopy)
Endoscopy (Gastroscopy) In Turkey
Turkey offers high-quality treatment services with competent and expert Gastroenterologist in the field of Gastroentrology Diseases. Treatments of common gastrointestinal disorders are caried out with advanced technology in hospitals and clinics with high standards. As Prospero Medical, we brought together a team who are specially trained experts and leading in different gastrointestinal care operation in Turkey to offer advanced care and treatments.
Endoscopy is the examination of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum with an endoscope that has a small camera at its tip.
It is performed by inserting a flexible, thin tube with a camera at the end through the mouth and into the stomach. It is not a procedure to be afraid of. Endoscopy performed under sedation can take between 20 minutes and 1 hour.
Why Should Individuals Have Endoscopy?
With endoscopy, many diseases are diagnosed early and treatment is started.
Situations in which endoscopy is recommended include anemia of unknown cause, heartburn, abdominal pain, difficulty swallowing, burning in the chest area, brown vomiting from the mouth, red blood or black stools.
Endoscopy is recommended for individuals with these symptoms and it is very important to perform endoscopy.
How Is Endoscopy Performed?
Endoscopy, which involves examining the esophagus, stomach and duodenum, takes between 20 minutes and 1 hour under sedation.
Recovery From Endoscopy In Turkey?
Patients stay in the hospital for 1 or 2 hours after the procedure. And after the sedation effect is overcame, they can return home the same day as the procedure. After endoscopy, there may be pain in the throat and difficulty in swallowing, but this disappears within 1 hour. Generally, patients can return to their normal diet 2 or 3 hours after the endoscopy procedure, but if polyp removal or biopsy has been performed, a special diet is recommended.
Since sedation causes confusion and loss of attention, patients are advised to rest for 1 day.
Post-endoscopy Key Points
• Paying attention to nutrition
• Avoiding strenuous activities and heavy lifting
• Not driving or returning to work on the day of the colonoscopy
• Consuming plenty of fluids
Benefits Of Endoscopy In Turkey
With endoscopy, the cause of unexplained weight loss and anemia is understood. In addition to stomach problems, esophagus and duodenal disorders can be diagnosed with endoscopy.Removing polyps that may turn into cancer and early diagnosis and treatment of stomach and esophageal cancers are among the benefits of endoscopy.
How Does Endoscopy Cost In Turkey?
The endoscopy cost is varying depending on the healthcare provider, surgeon’s experiences and location where endoscopy is performed.
As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Endoscopy Examination in Turkey. For learning more about the Endoscopy in Turkey, you can request us a free quote.
