An upper GI endoscopy – or upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (UGI) or esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) – is the examination of the interior lining of the esophagus, stomach and beginning of the small intestine. It is performed with an endoscope – a thin, flexible tube – inserted through the mouth and moved into the esophagus, stomach and upper small intestine (duodenum).
Patient Advice
- Overall Rating
- 2.5
- average of all patients
- Pain
- Inconvenience
Before an Upper GI Endoscopy:
“Talk to your doctor before the procedure about the level of sedation you would like.”
During and After an Upper GI Endoscopy:
“Report any pain or discomfort to the doctor or nurses. Do not hesitate to communicate.”
“Ask your doctor any questions about follow up, including when you can expect to get the results and how they will be communicated.”
