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Glossary: Endoscope
 


Definition
Instrument for examining the interior of a hollow organ.

Topics Related To Endoscope
EndoscopyRelated Topic
"A procedure that uses an Endoscope: Examination with a flexible viewing tube..."

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

The Condition
"...In one method, an irritating chemical is injected into the bleeding vessels through an endoscope, causing inflammation and scarring of the veins, which stops the bleeding (sclerotherapy)..."

Gastroscopy

Related Topic
"An investigation using a long thin telescope (an endoscope) that is passed through the mouth, down the gullet and into the stomach, so a doctor can inspect the lining of stomach..."

Kaposi's Sarcoma

The Condition
"...Endoscopy: The endoscope is usually passed down your throat..."

Trichotillomania

The Condition
"...Trichobezoars can be diagnosed by using special upper gastrointestinal X-rays, looking into the stomach with an endoscope, or using ultrasound..."





Last updated: May 10, 2007


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