Upper GI Endoscopy (Gastroscopy)

Upper GI Endoscopy (Gastroscopy) Brisbane & Ipswich

What symptoms may be investigated via upper GI endoscopy? 

  • Heartburn

  • Abdominal pain

  • Anaemia

  • Difficulty swallowing

  • Changes in bowel habits

  • Bleeding from the bowels

  • Unexplained weight loss

What conditions may be diagnosed with the aid of upper GI endoscopy?

  • Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease

  • Hiatus Hernia

  • Barrett’s Oesophagus

  • Oesophageal cancer

  • Gastric cancer

  • Gastritis

  • Ulcers of the stomach, duodenum or oesophagus

  • Gastro-intestinal Stromal tumours

  • Achalasia

What is involved in having an upper GI endoscopy (gastroscopy)?

The endoscope is inserted via the mouth passing through the oesophagus into the stomach and duodenum (first part of the small bowel).  Biopsies may be taken during the procedure.  If other procedures are to be carried out during the endoscopy these will be discussed with you in detail in advance.

This is performed as a day procedure, meaning you will not need to stay overnight in hospital.  The procedure usually takes under 15 minutes and is performed under sedation (not a full anaesthetic).  You will spend a total of three to four hours in the hospital.  You will need to be driven home by a friend or family member.  You will not be able to drive or operate heavy machinery for 24 hours after the procedure. 

Where will my endoscopy be performed?

Dr Ghadiri performs endoscopies at Brisbane Private Hospital (Wickham Tce) and the Wesley Hospital in Brisbane and at St Andrew’s Private Hospital in Ipswich.