, 4600 Investment Drive, #270, Troy MI 48098 (248)
267-6222. - Please arrive 45 minutes before your procedure.
Preparation Sheet for Surgery Center
Location -
Unasource
Surgical Center, 4550 Investment Drive, #100, Troy, Michigan 48098. (248)
265-4600 The hospital will call you the day prior to your
procedure to confirm the time of the procedure and your arrival time.
Preparation Sheet for Unasource
Location -
Beaumont
Troy
- The hospital will call you the day prior to your procedure to
confirm the time of the procedure and your arrival time.
Preparation Sheet for Beaumont Troy
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PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING A LICENSED DRIVER TO STAY WITH YOU AND DRIVE YOU
HOME AFTER YOUR PROCEDURE. IF YOU DO NOT YOUR PROCEDURE WILL BE
CANCELLED***
Please read these instructions in the links above completely.
Frequently
asked questions
FAQs for all procedures
Understanding Upper Endoscopy
Your physician has determined that upper endoscopy is necessary for
further evaluation or treatment of your condition. This brochure has
been prepared to help you understand the procedure. It includes
answers to the questions patients ask most frequently. Please read it
carefully, If you have any additional questions, please feel free to
discuss them with the endoscopy nurse or your physician before the
examination begins.
What is an Upper Endoscopy?
Upper Endoscopy (also known as an upper GI endoscopy,
esophagogastroduodenoscopy [EGD], or panendoscopy) is a procedure that
enables your physician to examine the lining of the upper part of your
gastrointestinal tract, i.e., the esophagus (swallowing tube),
stomach, and duodenum (first portion of the small intestine) using a
thin flexible tube with its own lens and light source.
Why is Upper Endoscopy Done?
Upper endoscopy is usually performed to evaluate symptoms of
persistent upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or difficulty
swallowing. It is also the best test for finding the cause of
bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract.
Upper endoscopy is more accurate than x-ray films for detecting
inflammation, ulcers, or tumors of the esophagus, stomach and
duodenum. Upper endoscopy can detect early cancer and can
distinguish between benign and malignant (cancerous) conditions when
biopsies (small tissue samples) of suspicious areas are obtained.
Biopsies are taken for many reasons and do not necessarily mean that
cancer is suspected. A cytology test (introduction of a small
brush) to collect cells may also be performed.
Upper endoscopy is also used to treat conditions present in the
upper gastrointestinal tract. A variety of instruments can be
passed through the endoscope that allow many abnormalities to be
treated directly with little or no discomfort. For example,
stretching narrowed areas, removing polyps (usually benign growths) or
swallowed objects and treating upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
Safe and effective endoscopic control of bleeding has reduced the need
for transfusions and surgery in many patients.
What Preparation is Required?
For the best (and safest) examination, the stomach must be completely
empty. You should have nothing to eat or drink, including water
after midnight the night before your procedure. Your
doctor will be more specific about the time to begin fasting,
depending on the time of day that your test is scheduled.
It is best to inform your doctor of your current medications as
well as any allergies several days prior to the examination. You
should alert your doctor if your require antibiotics prior to
undergoing dental procedures, since you may need antibiotics prior to
upper endoscopy as well.
Possible Medication Adjustments
Before the test, be sure to discuss with the doctor whether you should
adjust any of your usual medications before the procedure, any drug
allergies you may have, and whether you have any other major diseases
such as a heart or lung condition that might require special attention
during the procedure.
What if I need to Cancel and Reschedule my Procedure?
If it is before 5:00 p.m., please contact the Scheduling Department at
(248) 844-9710. If it is after 5:00 p.m., please call the
Answering Service at (248) 656-6252.
Arrangements to Get Home After the Test
You will need to arrange to have someone accompany you home from the
examination because sedatives may affect your judgment and reflexes
for the rest of the day. If you received sedation, you will not
be allowed to drive after the procedure even though you may not feel
tired.
What can be expected during the Upper Endoscopy?
Your doctor will review with you why upper endoscopy is being
performed, whether any alternative tests are available and possible
complications from the procedure. Practices may vary among
doctors, but you may have your throat sprayed with a local anesthetic
before the test begins and may be given medication through a vein to
help you relax during the test. While you are in a comfortable
position on your side, the endoscope is passed through the mouth and
then in turn through the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. The
endoscope does not interfere with your breathing during the test.
Most patients consider the test to be only slightly uncomfortable and
many patients fall asleep during the procedure.
What happens After Upper Endoscopy?
After the test, you will be monitored in the endoscopy area until most
of the effects of the medication have worn off. Your throat may
be a little sore for a while, and you may feel bloated right after the
procedure because of the air introduced into your stomach during the
test. You will be able to resume your diet after you leave the
procedure area unless you are instructed otherwise.
In most circumstances, your doctor can inform you of your test results
on the day of the procedure; however, the results of biopsies or
cytology samples taken will take several days.
What are the Possible Complications of Upper Endoscopy?
Endoscopy is generally safe. Complications can occur, but are
rare when the test is performed by physicians with specialized
training and experience in this procedure. Bleeding may occur
from a biopsy site or where a polyp was removed. It is usually
minimal and rarely requires blood transfusions or surgery.
Localized irritation of the vein where medication was injected may
rarely cause a tender lump lasting for several weeks, but this will go
away eventually. Applying heat packs or hot moist towels may
help relieve discomfort. Major complications, e.g., perforation
(a tear that might require surgery for repair) are very uncommon.
To the Patient
Because education is an important part of comprehensive medical care,
you have been provided with this information to prepare you for this
procedure. If you have any questions about your need for upper
endoscopy, alternative tests, the cost of the procedure, methods of
billing, or insurance coverage, do not hesitate to speak to your
doctor or doctor's office staff about it. Our endoscopists are
highly trained specialists and welcome your questions regarding their
credentials and training. If you have questions that have not
been answered, please discuss them with the endoscopy nurse or your
physician before the examination begins.
Clear
Liquid Diet
A "clear liquid" means that you can see through it. It
should not be dark colored (e.g. cola) and it should not have pulp
(e.g. orange or grapefruit juice or any juice that is described as
"with pulp" or with "bits of fruit").
You may not have any drinks that are red, blue, or purple. Solid food, milk
and milk products are NOT allowed.
Clear liquids include:
* Strained fruit juices, without pulp - Apple, White Grape,
Lemonade
* Water
* Clear broth or bouillon
* Coffee or tea - without milk or non-dairy creamer
* Gatorade - not red, blue, or purple colored
* Kool-aid or other fruit flavored drinks - not red, blue, or purple
colored
* Plain Jell-O without added fruit or topping - not red, blue, or purple
colored
* Ice popsicles - not red, blue, or purple colored
* Clear Soda