These procedures utilize a flexible tube equipped with a camera and light source, known as an endoscope. The endoscope enables healthcare professionals to visualize and examine the interior of internal organs, primarily focusing on the digestive tract.
Endoscopy
Illuminating the Path to Digestive Health
At Dhaara Hospital, our endoscopy unit offers advanced treatments for gastrointestinal conditions. Our specialized team addresses issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and other related concerns, utilizing state-of-the-art techniques for optimal patient care
Description
A minimally invasive procedure using a camera-equipped tube to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal conditions, ensuring precise examination and targeted treatment.
Understanding Endoscopy
Providing insights into the procedure, its benefits, and its role in healthcare. It implies educating individuals about how endoscopy works, its applications in diagnosing and treating medical conditions, and its significance in improving patient outcomes.
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Endoscopy encompasses various procedures:
Stopping Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Removing Polyps
When Do You Need an Endoscopy? — Warning Signs
An endoscopy is often the fastest and most reliable way to find the cause of symptoms that other tests cannot explain. If you or a family member have any of the following symptoms, it is worth speaking to a gastroenterologist about whether an endoscopy is indicated:
Persistent heartburn or acid reflux not relieved by medication
Difficulty or pain on swallowing (dysphagia)
Vomiting blood or passing black tarry stools
Unexplained weight loss with abdominal discomfort
Chronic abdominal pain not explained by X-ray or ultrasound
Anaemia with suspected GI blood loss
Abnormal findings on CT/MRI needing tissue confirmation (biopsy)
Routine colonoscopy screening (age 45+, or earlier with family history of colon cancer)
Types of Endoscopy Performed at Dhaara, Yelahanka
| Procedure | What It Examines | Common Indications | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper GI Endoscopy (OGD) | Oesophagus, stomach, duodenum | Acidity, ulcers, vomiting blood, dysphagia | 10–20 min |
| Colonoscopy | Entire large intestine (colon) | Bleeding PR, polyps, IBD, colon cancer screening | 20–45 min |
| ERCP | Bile ducts and pancreatic duct | Bile duct stones, jaundice, pancreatitis | 30–60 min |
| EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound) | GI wall layers + adjacent organs | Pancreatic masses, submucosal lesions, staging | 20–40 min |
| Sigmoidoscopy | Lower colon (sigmoid + rectum) | Rectal bleeding, haemorrhoids, polyps | 10–20 min |
What to Expect — Before, During and After
Before the Procedure
- Fast for 6–8 hours before an upper GI scope
- For colonoscopy: bowel preparation the evening before (laxative solution)
- Inform the team of all medications, especially blood thinners
- Arrange for someone to take you home after sedation
During the Procedure
- Short-acting sedation makes the procedure comfortable — most patients feel nothing
- The endoscope is guided through the relevant passage by the surgeon
- Biopsies, polyp removal, or stent placement can be done at the same time
- Continuous heart rate and oxygen monitoring throughout
After the Procedure
- Recovery in the observation bay for 30–60 minutes
- Results of biopsy typically available within 48–72 hours
- Light meal after upper GI; normal diet from next day for colonoscopy
- Most patients return to normal activity the same day
Cost of Endoscopy in Yelahanka / North Bangalore
| Procedure | Cost Range (Dhaara, Yelahanka) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Upper GI Endoscopy (OGD) | ₹2,500–4,500 | Sedation, scope, biopsy if needed |
| Colonoscopy | ₹4,000–8,000 | Sedation, prep guidance, polyp removal if needed |
| ERCP | ₹15,000–35,000 | Fluoroscopy, stone extraction or stenting |
| OGD + Colonoscopy (combined) | ₹6,500–11,000 | Both procedures same day — cost-effective |
Most health insurance policies cover diagnostic endoscopy. Cashless claims accepted for listed insurance partners. Call us to verify your coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions — Endoscopy in Yelahanka
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