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Endoscopic Ultrasound

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS): Precision Diagnosis and Treatment

What is it?

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and evaluate gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, as well as conditions affecting nearby organs such as the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and lymph nodes. It combines endoscopy and ultrasound imaging to provide detailed, high-resolution images of internal organs and tissues.

Conditions Treated and Diagnosed with EUS:

  1. Pancreatic Disorders

    • Detection of pancreatic cysts, tumors, or chronic pancreatitis.
    • Accurate imaging to guide treatment plans.
  2. Gastrointestinal Cancers

    • Staging of cancers in the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, rectum, or other digestive organs.
    • Precise evaluation of tumor size, depth, and spread.

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) is a minimally invasive procedure that combines endoscopy and ultrasound imaging to diagnose and evaluate gastrointestinal (GI) disorders and conditions affecting nearby organs such as the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, and lymph nodes. By inserting a thin, flexible tube equipped with an ultrasound probe into the digestive tract, EUS provides high-resolution, detailed images of internal structures, making it a valuable tool for diagnosing pancreatic cysts, tumors, bile duct stones, and GI cancers. Additionally, it allows for fine needle aspiration (FNA) to collect tissue or fluid samples for biopsy, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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How is it done?

During the procedure:

  1. The patient is sedated for comfort.
  2. A thin, flexible endoscope with an ultrasound probe is inserted through the mouth into the digestive tract.
  3. The ultrasound probe generates high-frequency sound waves, creating detailed images of internal structures.
  4. If needed, the doctor may perform a fine needle aspiration (FNA) to collect tissue or fluid samples for further analysis.
FAQ

Endoscopic Ultrasound

EUS combines endoscopy and ultrasound to create detailed images of the digestive tract and nearby organs, allowing for diagnosis and treatment of GI disorders.

 

No. Patients are sedated to ensure they are comfortable throughout the procedure.

 

Recovery is quick. Most patients can resume normal activities within 24 hours after the procedure.

 

EUS provides more detailed, high-resolution images and allows for real-time tissue sampling, making it a highly accurate diagnostic tool.

 

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