We offer a range of procedures at Fallsgrove Endoscopy Center to help diagnose and treat gastrointestinal diseases. Click on each procedure to the left for more information.
An upper endoscopy or EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) is a procedure in which a trained physician uses a specially designed instrument called an endoscope to evaluate the lining of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach and the first part of the small intestine or duodenum). During an upper endoscopy, the lining of the upper gastrointestinal tract is evaluated for ulcers, inflammation, and other abnormalities.
A colonoscopy is a procedure in which a trained physician uses a specially designed instrument called a colonoscope to examine the colon and the end of the small intestine. During a colonoscopy, small growths called polyps are removed. The lining of the colon is also evaluated for signs of inflammation, diverticulosis (small outpouchings in the wall of the colon), hemorrhoids and other abnormalities.
A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a procedure in which a trained physician uses a specially designed instrument called a sigmoidoscope or a colonoscope to examine the end of the colon known as the sigmoid colon and rectum. Much like a colonoscopy, a flexible sigmoidoscopy focuses on detecting and removing small growths called polyps. In addition, your gastroenterologist will look for signs of inflammation, diverticulosis (small outpouchings in the wall of the colon), hemorrhoids and other abnormalities.
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States. There are usually few symptoms of colon cancer prior to diagnosis, though a patient may experience rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, weight loss, and a change in bowel patterns. The best method for colorectal cancer screening is a colonoscopy.
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Rockville, MD 20850
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