Endoscòpies

Endoscòpia is a medical procedure used to examine the interior of the body. It involves inserting an endoscopi, a long, flexible tube with a light and camera attached, into the body. The camera transmits images to a monitor, allowing the physician to visualize internal organs and tissues. Endoscòpies can be used for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Diagnostic endoscòpies help identify the cause of symptoms such as pain, bleeding, or difficulty swallowing. They can detect abnormalities like inflammation, ulcers, polyps, or tumors. Therapeutic endoscòpies allow for minimally invasive treatments. For example, polyps can be removed, bleeding can be stopped, or narrowed areas can be widened during an endoscòpia.

Different types of endoscòpies are named based on the body part being examined. A gastroscòpia examines the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. A colonoscòpia inspects the large intestine, while a bronchoscòpia visualizes the airways. The procedure is typically performed under sedation or anesthesia to ensure patient comfort. After the procedure, patients may experience minor discomfort, but recovery is usually rapid. Endoscòpia is a valuable tool in modern medicine for its ability to provide direct visualization and enable targeted interventions within the body.