Digestive
The digestive system is one of the main organs of the body, which is responsible for the digestion of food and turn it into the elements of the initial easy to absorb and benefit from, and then absorbed through the wall of the stomach and intestines mainly, to be delivered through the circulation to all parts of the body.
The digestive system is a sensitive device and precise work, but it may suffer some problems that may hinder its work. These problems, which are obvious and apparent, take the patient direct treatment to solve the problem, but some may be unclear and can not be determined until after the endoscopy of the stomach.
How the endoscopy of the stomach
Concept of Endoscopy
The word endoscopy of the stomach is released on the detection of some parts of the digestive system starting with the pharynx and ending with the stomach and the twelve. The endoscopy is done by using a special long tube, mounted in front of a precise camera and light, and this camera is connected with a screen to display what it imagined in its path, and the doctor can control the movement of this tube.
Before gastroscopy
- Before starting the endoscopy, the patient must tell the doctor about all medications he takes, his health status, and whether he is allergic to any substance.
- The patient must fast for at least six hours before the endoscopy, because the food impedes the movement of the tube, and may cause vomiting during the movement of the tube.
During gastroscopy
- The patient is well prepared for gastroscopy, and the pressure, oxygen and pulse are measured throughout the operation.
- The patient is given a soothing needle in order to relax, but with his stay awake to help the medical team.
- The patient is given a syringe of the pharynx in the form of a needle or spray, and a piece is placed to keep the mouth open to ensure that it is not closed on the tube.
- The doctor enters the endoscopic tube through the opening of the mouth to the pharynx and esophagus. The insertion process is slow and gentle because the tissues are sensitive. The doctor inserts a quantity of air during the insertion of the tube to try to enlarge the closed cavities. The image appears on the screen to determine the causes of the problem. Take parts of the fabric to study under the microscope.
After gastroscopy
- The patient must rest for days after the operation; because he may feel bitter in the mouth, or numbness, spasm and swelling in the area of operation, and often disappear after twenty-four hours of operation
- Check with your doctor immediately if you experience severe pain or blood out with your mouth or mouth.