EGD

What is an EGD?

 

An upper endoscopy, also known as an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy), is a procedure in

which our physicians use a thin scope with a light and camera to examine the upper digestive tract.

Upper endoscopy procedures can identify the causes of:

  • Upper abdominal pain

  • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Difficulty swallowing

  • Bleeding 

Upper endoscopy procedures can also identify inflammation, ulcers and tumors, usually with more accuracy than an X-ray. Any abnormalities detected during the procedure can often be treated via endoscope. A narrowed esophagus can be stretched during the procedure if patients are experiencing difficulty swallowing, and polyps and foreign objects that have been swallowed can also be removed.

Our team at Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal Consultants is here to help you diagnose and treat problems associated with your upper digestive tract. Call our Kansas City digestive healthcare professionals at (816) 561-2000 and schedule your upper endoscopy today.