Gastroscopy

Gastroscopy without anesthesia is a direct endoscopic examination of the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine using a thin, flexible endoscope with a camera. It allows assessment of the lining of the upper gastrointestinal tract and helps detect inflammation, ulcers, tumors, and other abnormalities.

The examination is commonly recommended in cases of persistent heartburn, upper abdominal pain, nausea, indigestion, unexplained weight loss, or bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract. The procedure may also include taking tissue samples for further diagnostics, which can speed up an accurate diagnosis.

Gastroscopy without anesthesia is a short procedure (usually lasting a few to several minutes), and the gastroenterologist and the medical team will explain its course and purpose in detail before the examination.