Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal System Endoscopy Indications

Abstract

As endoscopic procedures have become widespread, they have largely replaced radiological methods in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal system diseases; because the accurate diagnosis rates of endoscopic procedures are very high compared to conventional radiological procedures. In addition, tissue and cell sample for histopathological studies It is also advantageous because it can be taken and some diseases can be treated endoscopically. Rigid endoscopes have been replaced by flexible endoscopes, making them widely used in both diagnosis and treatment. The increase in the use of endoscopy brings with it complications. Therefore, the indications for endoscopy should be clearly stated. Indications for endoscopic examination of the digestive system can be divided into three as diagnosis, follow-up and treatment.