Digestive System

Button Battery Ingestion: Hidden Danger for Children

Button battery ingestion is a growing health concern, especially among children. These small, coin-shaped batteries—also called disc batteries—are found in various household electronics, including watches, calculators, toys, and hearing...

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy: Process & Benefits

EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy), also called upper GIT (Gastrointestinal tract) endoscopy, is a procedure used to visualize the proximal parts of the gastrointestinal tract, such as...

Esophageal Manometry: Key Insights and What to Expect

Esophageal Manometry is a procedure for evaluating the pressure and motility of the esophagus. It uses a probe and sensors to detect pressure and...

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Minimally Invasive Wisdom

What is Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy? Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the most commonly performed minimally invasive surgical procedure across the world which involves removal of the diseased gallbladder...

Gastroscopy: Exploring the Procedure and Its Importance

What is Gastroscopy? Gastroscopy is a diagnostic and therapeutic procedure that visualizes the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and proximal...

Biliary Dyskinesia: Understanding the Causes & Symptoms

Biliary Dyskinesia is a disorder of the gallbladder that affects its motility, impairing its ability to effectively pass bile through the bile ducts into...