Gastroscopy is performed only by an experienced gastroenterologist in a properly equipped endoscopy suite. At times, it may be necessary to carry out this procedure in an emergency room or ICU bed.

The duodenum and stomach must be empty during gastroscopy so that the physician's view is not blocked by particles of food. If the test is scheduled in the morning, you must not eat or drink anything ...

PETALING JAYA, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- Endoscopy is a nonsurgical procedure that allows a doctor to visually examine the inside of the body with an endoscope -- a long, thin and flexible tube with a ...

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