Upper GI Endoscopy in Denver, CO

To perform an upper GI endoscopy, our highly trained gastroenterologists insert an endoscope through the mouth throat down into the upper GI tract (esophagus, stomach, and/or duodenum). An endoscope is a long, pliable tube fitted with a light and a high-resolution camera. With the camera, our team can see and evaluate the internal portions of the digestive tract. The images from the endoscope are transmitted to a computer screen, allowing us to identify and diagnose areas of bleeding, inflammation, and abnormal tissues with greater accuracy than x-ray images.

With the tiny camera, your doctor can see your digestive system from the inside. The images from the camera are magnified and projected onto a computer screen. These images detect problems like inflammation and bleeding better than x-rays. In addition to their diagnostic capabilities, upper GI endoscopies also allow for the removal of polyps (growths), blockages, and tissues samples for biopsies along with the control of bleeding and dilation of structures (like the esophagus) to widen narrow passageways.

Following the endoscopy procedure, your GI provider will discuss the findings of the exam. As biopsy specimens are typically sent to a pathology lab for testing, any biopsy results will usually take about a week to receive.