endoscopy
Gastroendoscopy
Endoscopy with less pain
At our hospital, we use a nasogastric endoscope (a gastroscope inserted through the nose) with a diameter of 5 to 6 mm, which is half the thickness of a conventional camera. Since it has a small diameter and is inserted through the nose, it greatly reduces the feeling of vomiting and the feeling of a foreign body in the pharynx. Therefore, by using a small amount of sedatives, you can undergo a ``less painful examination.''Test time is 5-10 minutesis.
You can eat in a short time after the test
An anesthetic is sprayed into the nasal cavity, but the pharynx is barely anesthetized. Therefore, you can eat a meal within a short time after the test. Also, because of the small amount of sedatives, usually15-20 minute break after the testAfterwards, you can go home.
*Those with narrow nasal passages may feel uncomfortable during the test and may feel stuffy after the test, but this will subside in a short time.
Excellent test for detecting stomach cancer
I think it can be said that nasogastric endoscopy is a better test for detecting gastric cancer than barium contrast testing.
Conventional endoscopy through the mouth is also possible.
Gastrocamera can be performed through the mouth as usual. By administering slightly more sedative than with nasal endoscopy, you can undergo a ``less painful examination.''
Endoscopy performed through the nose has the following characteristics:
Less pain
The endoscope is approximately 5mm thin and can be inserted smoothly into the nose. There is no need for strong anesthesia as there is little pain during the examination.
An endoscope thinner than a pencilUse the.
Less likely to cause nausea
Because the endoscope does not pass through the base of your tongue and does not touch your throat, you can undergo the examination with little discomfort or nausea.
can have a conversation
You can have a conversation during the test. You can feel at ease because you can talk freely with your doctor when you want to ask questions or tell us how you're feeling.
Image/text quote: From Olympus Medical Town
Colonoscopy
The large intestine is a tortuous organ that is 1.5 to 2 meters long. Endoscope insertion is greatly influenced by the skill and experience of the surgeon. At our hospital, experienced doctors who are qualified as gastrointestinal endoscopy specialists and instructors use the latest fibers whose hardness can be changed during examinations, and use painkillers and sedatives to reduce pain. We will carry out "less tests".The test takes 15 to 20 minutes.
It is well known that colon polyps can grow large and become cancerous, and our hospital's policy is to remove polyps discovered during examinations. Small polyps are removed on the spot. In the case of large polyps, there is a high possibility of bleeding or intestinal perforation after removal, so we will not remove them at our hospital and will refer you to a facility with inpatient facilities.
Estimated cost for endoscopy
Gastric endoscopy, no histological examination
Gastric endoscopy and histological examination available
Gastric endoscopy, polyp removal available
¥4,650
¥8,610-15,630
¥18,030-29,190
■The above amount is an estimate based on the health insurance score of the person who is responsible for 30% of the medical expenses, and the amount will vary depending on the number of organs examined and the size of the polyp in the case of the large intestine. For those who pay 2.1%, the amount will be 2/3 or 1/3 of the above amount.
■Expenses such as consultation fees, prescription fees, and drugs used during the test will be added to the above amount.