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    What is a gastroscopy?

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    Dr Ali Zad is a Gastroenterologist that consults on a broad range of gastroenterological conditions. Dr Zad completed his medical training in 2002. He continued … View Profile

    A gastroscopy is a procedure in which a narrow and flexible tube called an endoscope is used to look inside the oesophagus, stomach and first part of the small intestine (duodenum). The endoscope is fitted with a camera and sends images of the inside of your oesophagus, stomach and duodenum to a monitor. The procedure is also known as an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.

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