Procedures

There are two primary types of procedures that we perform at Fort Wayne Endoscopy Center:

Upper GI Endoscopy

An Upper GI endoscopy (sometimes called an EGD) is a visual examination of your upper intestinal tract. We utilize a lighted, flexible video endoscope that visualizes the gastrointestinal tract. This procedure assists us in diagnosing a variety of conditions including:

Ulcers
Tumors
Difficulty swallowing
Upper abdominal pain
Intestinal bleeding
Chronic heartburn
Gastritis
Anemia
Barrett’s esophagus

We are also able to perform biopsies and dilations.

Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is a visual examination of your large intestine (or colon) using a lighted, flexible video endoscope. By directly viewing the inside of your colon we are able to identify and diagnose a variety of conditions including:

Colon cancer
Polyps
Colitis
Diverticular disease
Bleeding lesions
Abdominal pain
Chronic diarrhea or constipation
Anemia

We are also able to perform biopsies and polypectomy.