Capsule that takes ultrasound images of the stomach after being swallowed could ...

Capsule that takes ultrasound images of the stomach after being swallowed could ...
Capsule that takes ultrasound images of the stomach after being swallowed could ...

A procedure where the inside of your body is examined using an instrument called an endoscope.

An endoscope is a long, thin, flexible tube that has a light source and camera at one end. 

Images of the inside of your body are relayed to a television screen.

Endoscopes can be inserted into the body through a natural opening, such as the mouth and down the throat, or through the anus.

An endoscope can also be inserted through a small cut (incision) made in the skin when keyhole surgery is being carried out.

An endoscopy is used to:

- investigate unusual symptoms

- help perform certain types of surgery

- to remove a small sample of tissue for further analysis (known as a biopsy) 

An endoscopy might be recommended to investigate the following symptoms:

- difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

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