Endoscopy at MaAx Super Speciality Hospital

What the Treatment Is & Why It’s Done

Endoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that allows doctors to view the inside of the digestive tract using a flexible tube with a camera. At MaAx Super Speciality Hospital, endoscopy is performed to investigate symptoms such as abdominal pain, bleeding, or difficulty swallowing. It helps detect ulcers, tumors, polyps, and other gastrointestinal conditions.

How the Treatment Is Performed

A thin, flexible tube (endoscope) is inserted through the mouth or rectum.
The camera transmits images of the digestive tract to a monitor.
Doctors can take biopsies or remove polyps during the procedure.
The procedure usually takes 15–30 minutes and is done under sedation.

Benefits & Possible Risks

Benefits

Provides direct visualization of the digestive tract
Allows for immediate treatment (e.g., polyp removal)
Minimally invasive with quick recovery

Possible Risks

Temporary sore throat or bloating
Minor bleeding from biopsy sites
Rare complications such as perforation of the intestine

At MaAx Super Speciality Hospital, endoscopy is performed with advanced equipment, ensuring accuracy, safety, and patient comfort.

FAQs on Endoscopy at MaAx Super Speciality Hospital

Is endoscopy painful? ⌃

Most patients receive sedation, making the procedure comfortable with little to no pain.

How long does the procedure take? ⌃

An endoscopy typically takes between 15 and 30 minutes.

When can I eat after an endoscopy? ⌃

You can usually eat after the sedation wears off and your doctor confirms it is safe.

Are biopsies taken during endoscopy? ⌃

Yes, doctors often take small tissue samples for laboratory analysis if needed.