What is an ERCP? (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography)
This procedure is performed under x-ray control. The examination is performed using a long flexible instrument which is about the…
A capsule endoscopy is a test that looks at the inside of your small bowel and your large bowel using a video capsule. This is called video endoscopy (VCE).
A capsule is swallowed that…
Once you have swallowed the capsule and have all the instructions, you can leave the hospital.
You will need to check the blue light is flashing on the data recorder every 15 minutes.
You will…
You will be in the Endoscopy unit for about an hour.
The nurse will explain the procedure to you and ask you to sign a consent form. This is a good time to ask any other questions you may have.
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Prior to the day of your procedure you will have a preassessment (usually by telephone). The nurse will ask you a number of questions about your health to ensure you are able to prepare…
This video explains how to take Moviprep for a morning procedure.
This video explains how to take Moviprep for an afternoon procedure.
If you are having a…
What is Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
An EBUS is a procedure that allows the doctor to look into your main air tubes and take samples from the lymph glands (also called lymph nodes) in the…
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Colonoscopy
If you are having a colonoscopy you will need to take a solution to completely clear your bowel before the procedure.
The…
If you are taking tablets prescribed by your doctor or other specialist, you should continue to take these as normal.
There are some medications that may need to be stopped or reduced for a…
This information is in addition to the instructions you have already received for bowel preparation, please follow the instructions for bowel preparation carefully.
As a diabetic patient you are…
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