Endoscopy

What is Endoscopy?

Endoscopy is a medical procedure that allows doctors to examine the inside of the digestive tract using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera at its tip. This advanced technology provides direct, high-definition views of the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, and colon, helping diagnose and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.

Endoscopy is minimally invasive, safe, and highly effective. It is often used when patients present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, heartburn, swallowing difficulties, persistent diarrhoea, constipation, or changes in bowel habits.

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Why Choose Endoscopy?

1. Accurate Diagnosis
Endoscopy provides a clear, detailed view of the digestive system, allowing doctors to identify problems that may not appear on scans or blood tests.
2. Early Detection of Serious Conditions
Endoscopy is essential for detecting early-stage cancers, ulcers, inflammation, and precancerous changes, often before symptoms become severe.
3. Minimally Invasive with Quick Recovery
Most procedures are performed as day cases, under sedation or local anaesthetic, meaning patients return home the same day.
4. Combined Diagnosis and Treatment
During endoscopy, doctors can perform procedures such as removing polyps, taking biopsies, stopping bleeding, or placing feeding tubes, avoiding the need for major surgery.
5. Tailored, Patient-Centred Care
Endoscopy services are consultant-led, ensuring patients receive personalised treatment plans based on their unique symptoms and health needs.

Common Endoscopy Services

Colonoscopy – to examine the large intestine for polyps, cancer, and inflammation
Gastroscopy – to assess the oesophagus, stomach, and upper digestive tract
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy – to examine the lower bowel for rectal bleeding or changes in bowel habits
Capsule Endoscopy – to investigate the small intestine using a swallowable camera capsule
Advanced Endoscopy – including procedures such as endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
Polyp Resection – safe removal of precancerous polyps during colonoscopy
Feeding Tube Insertion – for patients requiring long-term nutritional support

Diagnosis and Treatments

Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a gastroenterologist to examine the inside of the large intestine (colon and rectum) using a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light at the tip.

Gastroscopy

A gastroscopy, also known as an upper endoscopy or oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD), is a procedure that allows a gastroenterologist to examine the upper part of the digestive system.

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a procedure that allows a gastroenterologist to examine the rectum and the lower part of the colon (sigmoid colon) using a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light at its tip.

Advanced Endoscopy

Advanced endoscopy refers to a range of specialised procedures that go beyond standard diagnostic endoscopy.

Capsule Endoscopy

Capsule endoscopy is an innovative test that uses a small, swallowable capsule with a miniature camera to take thousands of images of the small intestine.

Polyp Resection including EMR

Polyps are small growths that form in the lining of the bowel. While most are harmless, some can become cancerous if left untreated.

Feeding Tube Insertion

Some patients with swallowing difficulties or certain medical conditions may require a feeding tube to ensure they receive adequate nutrition.

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What Patients Say About Dr Alisa

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My consultation with Dr Akeel Alisa was highly satisfactory and he was very thorough. The Gastroscopy procedure was performed satisfactorily with no pain or discomfort at all. I am very pleased with treatment received so far.

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I was fully vaccinated investigated by Dr Akeel Alisa and I was reassured. My endoscopy and colonoscopy were straight forward and painless. I am very happy with the care I received.

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Dr Akeel Alisa and Nursing team at Cromwell Hospital Endoscopy team offered me great care and all was perfect. Well pleased.

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