Capsule Endoscopy Capsule Endoscopy: Non-invasive imaging of the small intestine using a pill-sized camera, beneficial in identifying sources of bleeding, Crohn’s disease, or small bowel tumors. Capsule endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure that involves swallowing a small, pill-sized camera to visualize the gastrointestinal tract, including the small intestine. As the capsule travels through the digestive
ERCP Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): Advanced endoscopic technique for diagnosing and treating disorders of the bile ducts and pancreas, including gallstones, strictures, and pancreatic tumors. Discover ERCP at CIDS: Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a specialized procedure at CIDS that combines upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy with x-rays to treat issues of the bile and pancreatic
Colonoscopy Colonoscopy is a vital diagnostic tool allowing physicians to directly examine the lining of the large intestine (colon) for various gastrointestinal conditions. During a colonoscopy, a slender, flexible tube called a colonoscope is carefully inserted through the anus into the colon. Equipped with a small camera and light, the colonoscope transmits images of the
Upper Endoscopy Upper Endoscopy (EGD): A minimally invasive procedure to examine the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine, aiding in the diagnosis of conditions such as ulcers, inflammation, or tumors. Endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure utilizing specialized instruments, known as endoscopes, to examine internal organs. At CIDS, we offer Upper Gastrointestinal
