An endoscopy—using a fiber‐optic tube to peer inside the body and collect biopsy samples—can be an invaluable way to detect ...

Acid reflux can feel like your heart or chest is burning. If you've ever experienced acid reflux, you may have wondered if it ...

The (AGA) released a new clinical practice guideline on the surveillance of Barrett's esophagus, the only known precursor to ...

Study confirms clinical utility of EsoGuard as a non-invasive triage tool to significantly increase positive yield of invasive upper endoscopy NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid ...

A swallowable, capsule-sponge device used to sample biomarkers offers a reliable, noninvasive alternative to endoscopy for diagnosing Barrett's esophagus, according to a new guideline from the ...

Hospital has launched advanced gastrointestinal endoscopy services in collaboration with Houston-based Baylor College of Medicine’s Center for Advanced Endoscopy.  The expansion brings Baylor Medicine ...

PHOENIX — Targeted education for ED clinicians and gastroenterologists and implementation of a rapid referral process improved biopsy rates and diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis, according to late ...

Esophageal diverticula are outpouchings of 1 or more layers of the esophageal wall. Approximately 65% of diverticula are asymptomatic [1] and are often discovered incidentally during upper endoscopy ...

Wireless capsule endoscopy for the detection of esophageal pathology is associated with inadequate visualization of the esophagus, due in part to unreliable esophageal transit time. The attachment of ...

If you or a loved one is suffering from gastrointestinal issues, your doctor may recommend an EndoFLIP procedure. This diagnostic tool offers accurate measurements of the area and pressure within ...