What is Gastroenterology and Hepatology?
Gastroenterology is a branch of medicine that studies the structure and function of the digestive system and related organs, and undertakes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases within this system. To consult our specialist doctors at our Ankara Gastroenterology clinic, you can make an appointment by calling 0312 408 21 21.
What are the organs of the digestive system?
The esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, anorectal region, liver, bile ducts, and pancreas.
What are the most common symptoms of digestive system diseases?
What are the Diagnostic and Treatment Methods in Gastroenterology?
Gastroenterologists diagnose digestive system diseases using the patient’s complaints and examination findings, combined with various laboratory tests, imaging techniques, and endoscopic methods.
The diagnostic methods used are:
- Endoscopic biopsy and pathological examination,
- Polyp removal (polypectomy),
- Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD),
- Dilation of strictures in the esophagus, stomach, and intestines using endoscopic methods (stent placement),
- Endoscopic papillotomy and stone extraction in the bile duct,
- Percutaneous liver biopsy,
- Sampling from pancreatic masses and cysts using endoscopic ultrasound (EUS),
- Examination of the small intestine with enteroscopy,
- Manometric examinations.
You can contact our specialist doctors at our Ankara Gastroenterology clinic for information on your issues and treatments.
+90 (312) 408 21 21
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