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This procedure is what most people
call an "upper scope". The procedure
consists of a long flexible lighted tube,
(a "scope") which is gently inserted
through your mouth and passed down into
your stomach. The diameter of the tube is
about the size of an Advil tablet. Before
the procedure you will have received some
medication through an IV. This medication
will have made you sleepy. It also gets rid
of the gag reflex. This procedure is relatively
short in duration and very safe. Inspection of
the esophagus, stomach, and upper small
bowel can be achieved in comfort. Biopsies
may be taken.
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