Procedures

24 hours pHmetry and impedancemetry What is a pH-metry? The pH-metry is a test that allows for the measurement of the degree and intensity of gastroesophageal reflux (stomach contents that return from the stomach to the esophagus). What is the [...]

What is coagulation with argon plasma (CAP)? The CAP is a coagulation method of “no contact” that uses an electric current in the presence of argon gas to distribute heat evenly on the tissue adjacent to the tip of the [...]

The colonoscopy or lower endoscopy Is performed with the use of an endoscope, a thin, flexible tube that is introduced through the anus that transmits digital images of the interior of the colon to a monitor. This procedure allows us [...]

Detection of Barrett’s Esophagus The main function of the esophagus is to transport food and water from the mouth to the stomach, and while the two organs are in close proximity, the cells that form the lining of the esophagus [...]

What is a stenosis? A stenosis is the narrowing of diameter of any portion of the digestive system that causes difficulty in food’s flow.   What are the causes of stenosis? The main factors that cause stenosis are inflammation or [...]

Early Detection of Gastric Cancer Gastric Cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Approximately 65% of patients with gastric cancer are diagnosed at late stages of the disease >>>. Among the most researched factors associated with the [...]

Cápsula Endoscópica The endoscopic capsule is a procedure that uses a small wireless camera to obtain pictures of the digestive tract. The capsule is the size of a vitamin pill, and has cameras on both ends. As the capsule moves [...]

Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection también conocida como ESD por sus siglas en inglés (Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection), es el nombre que recibe el procedimiento de cirugía por vía endoscópica más moderno y avanzado en la actualidad. La ESD se utiliza para eliminar [...]

What is ERCP? ERCP is an advanced diagnostic endoscopic procedure used to examine the biliary tree (gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreatic ducts). ERCP combines X-rays and endoscopy, allowing us to obtain high-quality images of the anatomy of the ducts. This [...]

High Resolution Manometry The esophagus’ normal function is very important, given that it can propel food using muscular contractions to the stomach no matter the position of the body. The procedure called esophageal manometry can measure the strength of the [...]

What are esophageal varices?  Esophageal varices are veins abnormally enlarged or dilated, located within the internal portion of the esophagus. Normally, blood circulating through these veins flows to the liver. The enlargement is a consequence of an unhealthy liver causing [...]

POEM: Endoscopic treatment of Achalasia Achalasia is a disease of the esophagus characterized by difficulty passing food from the esophagus to the stomach. This happens as a consequence of altered function of the lower esophageal sphincter, a muscle that acts [...]

What are colon polyps? Colon polyps are protruding sections of the mucous lining the lower digestive system. Generally they measure from a few millimeters to a few centimeters in length and vary in shape, from barely prominent or flat to [...]

La hemorragia digestiva Upper gastrointestinal bleeding can range from mild to severe, getting patients' lives at risk. There are different causes of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, since any injury can bleed at any time.   What are the symptoms of upper [...]

Upper endoscopy or Panendoscopy Is performed using an endoscope that is a thin, flexible tube that is inserted through the mouth and pharynx and transmits real images of the inside of the digestive system that are sent to a monitor. [...]

Upper Endoscopy on Kids Upper endoscopy or Panendoscopy on kids is performed using an endoscope that is a thin, flexible tube that is inserted through the mouth and pharynx and transmits real images of the inside of the digestive system [...]