What is the difference between Endoscopy and Colonoscopy?
Endoscopy and colonoscopy are therapeutic methods utilized to look at the insides of the intestinal tract, especially the stomach, oesophagus, colon and small intestine. Aster MIMS, Gastroenterologists in Calicut specialized in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the stomach GI tract, liver and pancreas.
Both endoscopy and colonoscopy are non-surgical methods that include the use of a fibre optic tube with a light and camera to look at parts of the stomach and GI tract. Endoscopy is utilized for diagnostic and treatment purposes, including:
- Identifying the cause of difficulty in swallowing or stomach pain.
- Detecting and removal of polyps and tumours.
- Taking biopsies of tissues for early diagnosis of cancer.
- Treating gastrointestinal conditions by removing polyps and dilating narrowed areas.
A colonoscopy is a sort of endoscopy, which allows us to take a detailed look at your rectum and entire large intestine. It helps find and remove polyps in the colon before they develop into cancer. It is also used for screening in individuals of recommended age or those with certain risk factors to detect cancer early.
During an endoscopy, the patient may be sedated. The endoscope is inserted through the mouth and throat allowing the doctor to view the oesophagus, stomach and upper part of the small intestine. In a colonoscopy, the tube is inserted through the anal canal and the doctor can examine the areas of the large intestine.
With a focus on comprehensive and patient-centred treatment, these doctors are well-equipped to address a wide range of gastrointestinal symptoms, guaranteeing ideal results for their patients. Aster MIMS, a leading gastroenterology division in Calicut, specialises in the comprehensive understanding, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of digestive tract and liver diseases.
