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Gastroscopy

What is gastroscopy

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGDS), or simply — gastroscopy, — is a modern endoscopic examination during which the doctor inspects the upper parts of the gastrointestinal tract: esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. The goal — is to assess the condition of the mucous membrane and identify possible pathological changes.

When is gastroscopy prescribed?

The examination is recommended in the presence of the following symptoms:

  • abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, heartburn;
  • difficulty swallowing;
  • feeling of fullness in the stomach after a normal amount of food;
  • pain in the upper abdomen, loss of appetite, rapid weight loss, anemia.

Gastroscopy allows for the detection of neoplasms and conducting a histological examination to determine their nature. This study makes it possible to identify malignant tumors at early stages, which is critically important, as other diagnostic methods do not always provide such an opportunity.

At the "Dobrobut" Medical Center, gastroenterologists perform gastroscopies, who can diagnose precancerous conditions. This allows for timely treatment and prevention of the development of oncology.

If you experience discomfort or pain in the stomach area, do not delay — be sure to undergo gastroscopy.

Choosing a convenient phone number or method of contact is easy. Our consultants will advise you, schedule an appointment, and provide all the information regarding the service: gastroscopy under anesthesia, Kyiv, pricing.

Types of anesthesia for gastroscopy

Important: Pain-free!

According to world standards, gastroscopy is performed in a state of drug-induced sleep — this is gastroscopy under anesthesia, controlled by an anesthesiologist throughout the entire procedure.

For the patient, this means:

  • complete physical and psychological comfort,
  • absence of pain or unpleasant sensations,
  • quick awakening after a short sleep.

For the endoscopist — the ability to calmly and thoroughly examine the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.

The anesthesiologist will discuss all nuances with you in advance — even if you have allergies to certain medications, the doctor will find a safe alternative.

Our anesthesiologists use modern drugs that do not harm the liver or the brain.

Gastroscopy in sleep

Conducting gastroscopy under drug-induced sleep guarantees accurate diagnosis using the latest equipment. During the examination:

  • the doctor can take a biopsy of the mucous membrane for testing for Helicobacter pylori,
  • if necessary — remove polyps from the stomach or esophagus with subsequent histological analysis in the pathomorphological laboratory.

Patient safety — our priority

All endoscopes undergo automatic processing in the Olympus OER-AW washer-disinfector, which meets high disinfection standards and ensures complete infection safety.

Thorough processing of the endoscope, its chemical sterilization, and disinfection of all instruments guarantees complete safety for each patient.

How to prepare for gastroscopy?

The examination is performed on an empty stomach: you should not eat for 6–8 hours before the procedure, drink — for 4 hours. More information will be provided by your doctor.

Inform your doctor about:

  • results of previous examinations;
  • existing diseases;
  • allergies;
  • surgeries on the organs of the thoracic or abdominal cavity.

Equipment and specialists

At "Dobrobut" Medical Center, gastroscopy is performed using the expert-class video endoscopic system Olympus EVIS EXERA III CV-190 with narrow-band imaging (NBI) and HDTV quality — this ensures maximum diagnostic accuracy.

The procedure is carried out by endoscopists with extensive experience in endoscopy, oncology, and surgery. On the clinic's website, you can learn more about their experience and the methods they use.

Is gastroscopy accurate?

Yes. The accuracy of the examination is ensured by:

  • the use of expert equipment;
  • the procedure being performed by experienced specialists;
  • the ability to thoroughly assess the gastrointestinal mucosa;
  • monitoring of changes after surgeries or treatments.

Who is recommended for annual examinations?

Scheduled gastroscopy should be done annually if you belong to a risk group:

  • chronic atrophic gastritis;
  • polyps or tumors of the stomach in relatives;
  • Barrett's esophagus diagnosis;
  • previously detected or removed polyps in the gastrointestinal tract;
  • stomach resection over 10 years ago.

Our recommendations

Do not be afraid of diagnoses. When experiencing alarming symptoms, undergo a comfortable and pain-free examination. Stomach cancer can be prevented by timely treatment of precancerous conditions. And cancer detected at an early stage is treatable in most cases.

How much does gastroscopy cost?

Our consultants will be happy to answer all your questions, including those about gastroscopy under anesthesia, regarding the price. Choose a convenient method of contact — phone, online chat, or feedback form on the website.

Service prices:

  • Video oesophagogastroduodenoscopy (VEGD)
    3250 uah
  • Video level expert-level gastroduodenoscopy
    5880 uah

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