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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsEndoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): Diagnosis and treatment
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a specialized medical procedure used to diagnose and treat problems of the bile ducts, gallbladder,…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsAbdominal Ultrasound: What it shows about your digestive organs
Abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique used to visualize organs within the abdomen. It’s become an essential diagnostic tool…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsBravo pH Monitoring: Wireless reflux testing explained
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects millions of people worldwide, often causing uncomfortable symptoms like heartburn, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing. While…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsSmartPill Motility Testing: Full digestive transit analysis
SmartPill Motility Testing provides a comprehensive assessment of digestive transit – how food moves through the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Traditionally…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsColonic Transit Study: Assessing slow-transit constipation
Constipation is a common digestive problem, but when it becomes chronic and significantly impacts quality of life, further investigation may…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsAnorectal Manometry: How it evaluates bowel function
Anorectal manometry is a specialized diagnostic test used to evaluate the function of the rectum and anal sphincter muscles. It’s…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsFlexible Sigmoidoscopy: What it detects and how it differs from colonoscopy
Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a procedure used to examine the inside of the rectum and lower colon (sigmoid colon). It’s an…
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Posted On Digestive DiagnosticsStool Test for Occult Blood: Why it’s done and what it means
The detection of hidden blood in stool, often referred to as occult blood, can indicate a range of health conditions,…
