What is Endoscopy?

An endoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to examine the inside of the body without major surgery. During an endoscopy, a doctor inserts a long, thin, flexible tube called an endoscope into the body through a natural opening, such as the mouth, urethra, or anus, or through a small cut in the skin. The endoscope has a light and a camera at the tip that captures images or videos of the body's internal organs, which are then displayed on a screen for the doctor to see.

Why is Endoscopy Done?

An endoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to inspect the inside of the body without performing major surgery. It can be used to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, including:

• Digestive issues: Such as heartburn, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, difficulty swallowing, gastrointestinal bleeding, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), celiac disease, colon polyps, and colon cancer
• Head and neck issues: Such as swallowing disorders and laryngitis
• Joint issues: Such as arthritis, tears, and dislocations
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Parts of Endoscopy

Endoscopy Procedure

An endoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to see inside the body without major surgery. The procedure involves passing a long, flexible tube called an endoscope into the body through a natural opening, like the mouth, or a small cut in the skin. The endoscope has a lens and a video camera at the tip, which allows the doctor to see images of the internal organs on a screen.

What is Laparoscopy?

Laparoscopy, also known as keyhole surgery or minimally invasive surgery, is a surgical procedure that uses small incisions to examine and operate on the organs in the abdomen or pelvis. It can be used for both diagnosis and treatment of a number of conditions, including:

• Tumors and other growths
• Injuries
• Bleeding inside the belly

Why is Laparoscopy Done?

Laparoscopy, also known as keyhole surgery, can be used for both diagnosis and treatment:

• Diagnosis
• Laparoscopy can help diagnose conditions like appendicitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, and some cancers. It can also help determine the stage of cancer, locate abdominal injuries, and assess internal bleeding. Laparoscopy is often used when other imaging tests, like X-rays, ultrasounds, and MRIs, don't provide enough information.
• Treatment
• Laparoscopy can be used to treat conditions like hernias, burst or bleeding stomach ulcers, and ectopic pregnancies. It can also be used to remove organs like the appendix, gallbladder, ovaries, prostate, or liver. Laparoscopy can also be used for weight loss surgery and hysterectomies.
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Key components of a Laparoscopy Equipment System

Laparoscopy Procedure

A laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a small incision in the abdomen or pelvis to examine the interior of the abdominal or pelvic cavities. The procedure is also known as keyhole surgery.