Specialties

Specialties

Comprehensive Gastroenterology Examination

A comprehensive gastroenterology examination is an examination process that is carried out to early diagnose and treat problems that may arise in the digestive system organs. This examination is important to detect potential problems and create an appropriate treatment plan.

Patient History: Detailed information is obtained about the patient’s digestive system complaints, duration, severity, and triggering factors. This is important to assess the patient’s risk factors and possible diagnoses.

  • Physical Examination: Abdominal examination, liver and spleen size, tenderness or mass in the abdomen are checked.

  • Laboratory Tests: Blood tests, liver function tests, complete blood count and other tests may be performed.

  • Imaging Methods: Imaging techniques such as ultrasonography, tomography, and MR may be used when necessary.

  • Endoscopic Procedures: Digestive system organs can be directly visualized and biopsies can be taken when necessary through procedures such as endoscopy and colonoscopy.

A comprehensive gastroenterology examination helps prevent serious complications by early detection of digestive system problems. If you have digestive system complaints, it is important to stay in regular contact with your doctor.

Endoscopic Procedures

Main endoscopic procedures used in gastroenterology:

  • Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (Gastroscopy): Used to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Used in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and polyps.

  • Colonoscopy: Used to visualize the large intestine. Used in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as polyps, cancer, and inflammatory bowel diseases.

  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): Used to visualize the bile ducts and pancreatic duct. Used in the treatment of conditions such as gallstones and obstructions.

  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD): Advanced techniques used for the endoscopic removal of early-stage digestive system cancers and polyps.

Gastroenterology Treatment Methods

Modern treatment methods used in gastroenterology:

  • Medical Treatment: Appropriate drug treatments are planned for conditions such as reflux, gastritis, and ulcers.

  • Endoscopic Treatments: Procedures such as polyp removal, bleeding control, and stent placement can be performed endoscopically.

  • Lifestyle Changes: Lifestyle changes such as dietary recommendations, weight control, and exercise are recommended.

  • Surgical Treatment: Surgical intervention may be recommended when necessary.