Tag: Dysphagia
Mucosal Melanoma: A Rare but Aggressive Cancer
Mucosal melanoma (MM) is an aggressive cancer that affects the protective lining (soft tissue) of internal organs i.e., mucosal membranes. Such types of cancers...
Esophageal Adenocarcinoma: Symptoms, Risks & Treatment
Esophageal adenocarcinoma is a type of esophageal cancer that arises from the glandular cells in the lower part of the esophagus, near the junction...
Barium Swallow: A Key Diagnostic Tool for Digestive Health
AÂ Barium Swallow is a special type of X-ray scan that allows doctors to look inside your esophagus, a pipe-like organ connecting your mouth with...
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...
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...
