MICHAEL C. BRAUNSTEIN M.D.
GASTROENTEROLOGY
GASTROENTEROLOGY
WHAT IS A GASTROSCOPY?
Gastroscopy, or EGD (Esophago-gastro-duodenoscopy) is a short, safe, generally painless, office procedure which enables Dr. Michael Braunstein to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Dr. Braunstein can ascertain the presence of reflux esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus (a potentially premalignant condition), gastritis, ulcers, celiac sprue, and Helicobacter Pylori infection. This is done with short acting, safely monitored anesthesia.
Gastroscopy, or EGD (Esophago-gastro-duodenoscopy) is a short, safe, generally painless, office procedure which enables Dr. Michael Braunstein to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Dr. Braunstein can ascertain the presence of reflux esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus (a potentially premalignant condition), gastritis, ulcers, celiac sprue, and Helicobacter Pylori infection. This is done with short acting, safely monitored anesthesia.
HOW TO PREPARE:
You CANNOT eat for at least 8 hours before the procedure, except for taking blood pressure and other required medications with a small amount of water. In addition, you MUST have someone to drive you home after your procedure.
