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Endoscopia is a medical procedure that allows doctors to examine the inside of the body. It involves inserting a long, flexible tube called an endoscope into the body. The endoscope has a camera and a light source attached to its tip, which transmits images to a monitor. This enables the physician to visualize internal organs and tissues in detail.

There are various types of endoscopia, each designed to examine specific parts of the body. For instance, gastroscopy is used to view the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Colonoscopy examines the colon, while bronchoscopy inspects the airways. The procedure is typically performed under sedation to ensure patient comfort.

Endoscopia serves several important purposes. It can be used for diagnostic reasons, helping to identify the cause of symptoms such as abdominal pain, bleeding, or difficulty swallowing. It can also be used for therapeutic interventions. For example, polyps can be removed during a colonoscopy, or bleeding ulcers can be treated. Biopsies, small tissue samples, can be taken during the procedure for further examination by a pathologist.

The procedure is generally safe, but like any medical intervention, it carries some risks. These may include bleeding, infection, or perforation of the organ being examined. Patients are usually advised to fast for several hours before the procedure and may need to follow specific dietary instructions. Recovery time varies depending on the type of endoscopia and whether any interventions were performed.