Diagnostic Gastroscopy
and Colonoscopy

Diagnostic gastroscopy and colonoscopy are procedures used to examine the digestive tract and investigate symptoms such as abdominal pain, bleeding, changes in bowel habits, or anaemia.

These procedures allow for accurate diagnosis of conditions including ulcers, inflammation, polyps, and early cancers, and also provide the opportunity to take biopsies if needed. They are performed as day procedures under sedation, ensuring patient comfort and safety while delivering a thorough and detailed assessment.

Dr Eqbal’s advanced endoscopy training has provided extensive experience in these diagnostic techniques, including the use of magnification and enhanced imaging to detect subtle or early changes that may otherwise be overlooked.

These diagnostic skills ensures that patients receive precise and reliable assessments, supporting early detection and timely treatment. Where appropriate, many findings such as precancerous polyps can also be treated during the same procedure, avoiding the need for further interventions.

This was a 20mm rectal tumour which on careful assessment using magnification chromoendoscopy was diagnosed as harbouring early cancer. ESD was successfully performed to resect this tumour.

Magnification chromoendoscopy

Magnification chromoendoscopy is an advanced endoscopic technique that uses special dyes and high-resolution imaging to highlight subtle changes in the bowel lining. This approach allows for highly detailed visualisation of surface and vascular patterns, improving the ability to distinguish between benign polyps, precancerous changes, and early cancers. It also plays an important role in cancer surveillance for patients with long-standing inflammatory bowel disease.

Training and Expertise

Dr Eqbal has undertaken extensive and specialist training in magnification chromoendoscopy, enabling meticulous and accurate assessments that go beyond standard colonoscopy. This expertise enhances diagnostic accuracy, supports early detection, and ensures that patients receive the most precise and evidence-based care.

Diagnostic Gastroscopyand Colonoscopy