Diagnostic Gastroenterology at CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Juhu
Persistent abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or a change in bowel habits often can't be diagnosed by symptoms alone - the digestive tract needs to be seen directly. Gastro diagnostic procedures allow specialists to perform a digestive tract examination that includes the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon from the inside, identify the source of a problem, and in many cases take a tissue sample at the same time. Colonoscopy, endoscopy, OGD, and endoscopic ultrasound each look at a different part of the digestive system, and the right one depends entirely on where the suspected problem lies and what it's likely to be. Understanding what each test involves helps take some of the uncertainty out of the process. Consult our team at the Department of Gastroenterology for the best endoscopy and colonoscopy in Juhu, Mumbai.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy examines the entire length of the colon and rectum using a thin, flexible tube fitted with a camera, passed through the rectum while the patient is sedated.
- How it's performed
a flexible scope is guided through the rectum and colon under sedation, typically taking twenty to forty-five minutes - Results
visual findings such as polyps or inflammation are often evident immediately; biopsy results, if taken, return within a few days - Why it's needed
advised for unexplained rectal bleeding, persistent changes in bowel habit, unexplained anaemia, or routine screening from a certain age - Precautions
bowel preparation the day before is essential, involving a prescribed laxative regimen and a liquid-only diet; sedation means a companion is needed to travel home afterward
Consult our team to learn more about a colonoscopy test in Mumbai.
Endoscopy (Upper GI Endoscopy)
Endoscopy, in its general sense, refers to a gastrointestinal endoscopy using a scope to view internal organs, but when used alone it usually means an examination of the upper digestive tract.
- How it's performed
a thin camera-fitted tube is passed through the mouth and throat into the oesophagus and stomach, under sedation or local anaesthetic spray, in ten to twenty minutes - Results
ulcers, inflammation, or abnormal growths are visible in real time during the procedure - Why it's needed
recommended for persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, unexplained vomiting, or upper abdominal pain unresponsive to initial treatment - Precautions
fasting for six to eight hours beforehand is required; a sore throat for a day or two afterward is common and expected
Consult our team at CritiCare Asia Hospitals for more assistance on endoscopy in Mumbai.
OGD (Oesophago-Gastro-Duodenoscopy)
OGD extends the standard upper endoscopy one step further, examining the oesophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine - the duodenum - in a single pass.
- How it's performed
OGD endoscopy follows the same approach as a standard endoscopy, with fasting beforehand and sedation during, but extends the view into the duodenum - Results
biopsies can be taken from any of the three regions examined if an abnormality is seen - Why it's needed
often the first diagnostic step for unexplained iron-deficiency anaemia, chronic upper abdominal discomfort, or suspected duodenal ulcers and coeliac disease - Precautions
same fasting and sedation precautions as endoscopy, with a short recovery period afterward
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) combines a standard endoscope with an ultrasound probe at its tip, allowing a view not just of the digestive tract's inner lining but of the layers beneath it and nearby organs like the pancreas and bile ducts.
- How it's performed
an ultrasound-equipped endoscope is guided through the digestive tract under sedation, taking thirty to sixty minutes - Results
provides detailed imaging of deeper layers and adjacent organs; fine-needle samples can often be taken during the same session - Why it's needed
particularly useful for evaluating suspected tumours or cysts, and for staging certain gastrointestinal cancers once diagnosed - Precautions
fasting beforehand is required, and transport home should be arranged given the sedation involved
Diagnostic Gastroenterology at CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Juhu
At CritiCare Asia Hospitals in Juhu, gastro diagnostic procedures are carried out by the gastroenterology team following a detailed clinical assessment to determine which test is appropriate for a given case. Sedation, monitoring, and recovery are managed as a coordinated process, with findings explained to patients in clear terms once the procedure is complete. Where a biopsy or tissue sample is taken, results are followed up with a clear plan for next steps. Patients travelling from across the western suburbs for a gastro consultation or procedure can expect the same structured approach - assessment first, procedure only where genuinely indicated, and follow-up built into the process rather than left to chance. If persistent digestive symptoms are affecting your daily life, consult the best gastroenterologists in Juhu, Mumbai at CritiCare Asia Hospitals for further diagnosis and care.