Prof. Dr. Mehmet Arhan
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EnglishEndoscopic Procedures
Endoscopy is a procedure performed with a thin tube equipped with a camera at the tip, allowing direct visualization of internal organs. It is used for diagnostic and sometimes therapeutic purposes.
Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) is a diagnostic technique that combines endoscopy and ultrasound to provide detailed imaging of the digestive system and surrounding organs.
ERCP is an endoscopic procedure used to examine the bile and pancreatic ducts. A contrast dye is injected into the ducts through an endoscope inserted through the mouth, and imaging is performed.
Colonoscopy is a procedure that allows examination of the large intestine using a tube with a camera attached to its tip. It is used for diagnosing conditions such as polyps and cancer.
A gastric balloon is a temporary device placed in the stomach using an endoscopic procedure. It promotes a feeling of fullness with smaller amounts of food, supports weight loss, and offers a non-surgical alternative to bariatric surgery.
