Gastroscopy 

Gastroscopy is a procedure that allows your doctor to look inside your esophagus (the swallowing tube), stomach, and a portion of your small intestine. It is done with an instrument called a gastroscope, a long, thin tube with a tiny camera attached to the end. 

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[Here] is our standard preparation sheet for gastroscopy. Your doctor may modify these instructions to meet your needs, and such details will be provided to you.

On the day of your procedure, an intravenous line (IV) will be inserted after you arrive at the hospital, and you will be directed to the procedure room. You will be at the hospital for at least a couple of hours. This procedure usually requires sedation, and you will need to arrange to have a driver take you home.