GASTRO SCIENCES

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Colorectal transit study

This test shows how well food moves through the colon.

Computed tomography (CT) scan

Detailed images of the body including details of the bones, muscles, fate and organs can be obtained via CT which is an imaging test that uses X-rays and computer.

Defecography

This is used to identify completeness of stool elimination and any anorectal abnormalities. It evaluates the rectal muscle contraction and relaxation using X-ray of the anorectal area.

Barium enema

The patient is given small amounts of a liquid containing barium to drink and a series of X-rays is taken to evaluate what happens as the liquid is swallowed.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

It’s a diagnostic test that produces detailed imaging of the organs and structures within the body using a combination of large magnets, radiofrequencies and a computer.

Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)

This test uses a combination of radio waves and magnets and is used to view the bile ducts.

Oropharyngeal motility study

The patient is given small amounts of a liquid containing barium to drink and a series of X-rays is taken to evaluate what happens as the liquid is swallowed.

Ultrasound

This test used high frequency sound waves and a computer to create images of blood vessels, tissues and organs.

Colonoscopy

This is used in screening for polyps and colon cancer and also to investigate uncontrolled diarrhoea, intestinal bleeding and inflammatory bowel disease.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

This is used for the diagnosis of any problems in gall bladder, pancreas, bile duct and liver and uses the power of X-ray and endoscope to diagnose the underlying condition.

Oesophagogastroduodenoscopy

This is used to examine the inside of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum using an endoscope.

Sigmoidoscopy

This is used for identifying the causes of diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, bleeding and any abnormal growth in intestine by examining the inside of a portion of the large intestine.

Upper endoscopy

This is a minimally invasive technique that is used to directly visualize the upper gastrointestinal tract for evaluation of disorders including acid reflux, trouble swallowing, abdominal pain and celiac disease.

Anorectal manometry

This is used for evaluating anorectal malformations and Hirschsprung disease, among other problems by determining the strength of the muscles in the rectum and anus.

Oesophageal manometry

This is used to provide complete view of the oesophagus to assess its function and is better over conventional manometric studies.

Oesophageal pH monitoring study

This study is recommended for patients with Gastroenterology Reflex Disorder (GERD) or Acid reflux and who do not respond to the usual antacid treatments.

Capsule endoscopy

This is a minimal invasive technique that is used to investigate small bowel and oesophagus.

Gastric manometry

This is used for measuring electrical and muscular activity in the stomach.

Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)

This is mainly used to obtain pictures of the bile duct using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).