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Endoscopy
Endoscopy is a procedure that allows a visual
examination of internal organs and body
parts without invasive exploratory surgery. The
procedure is performed with an insertion tube that enters the body, an
eyepiece and a control section. The tip of the endoscope is
manipulated using a control knob in the hand piece. In addition to
the fiber bundles which provide the light source, two channels are present
within the endoscope. One permits various tools to be passed,
fluids to be suctioned or samples taken. The other passes air into
the stomach or intestines and water to flush away mucus from the viewing
port. Special video cameras can be attached to the endoscopes which
allow viewing the exam on a television screen as well as recording the
exam on video.
Oto
Endoscopy
Identifies
source of chronic ear infections. This includes
the ability to remove
foreign bodies, tumors polyps
and perform proper ear flushing.
Rhinoscopy
Identifies
nasal problems which are related to nasal
discharge, pain and chronic
sneezing.
G.I.
Endoscopy
Identifies the
causes of many gastrointestinal tract
problems such as foreign bodies,
ulcers, tumors, etc.
Colonoscopy
An examination
of the colon, bowel and rectum.
Cystoscopy/Urethroscopy
Examination of
the bladder and urethral openings.
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