Main gastrointestinal disorders
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine whereby the digestive tract and its disorders are studied. Gastroenterologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, including esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large bowel, pancreas, liver, gallbladder and biliary tract.
In the presence of some disorders you need the earliest possible gastroenterological investigation. Please see related text…
Endoscopy
The endoscopy is the gold standard for the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. Please see related text…
Main gastrointestinal symptoms
Some symptoms and signs can be suggestive for gastrointestinal disorders. If you have any some symptoms or signs, please consult your doctor, because you need gastroenterological examination. Please see related text…
“Alarm” gastrointestinal symptoms
In the presence of “alarm” symptoms you need urgent gastroenterological investigation. Please see related text…
Cancer screening
Gastrointestinal cancers represent an important public health problem. Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the fourth commonest form of cancer and the second most common cause of cancer mortality. The incidence of colorectal cancer increases with increasing age. Screening can reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer by preventing cancer occurrence through the detection and removal of precancerous polyps. Please see related text…