[의학, 해부학] Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy

목차

1.What is the test used for?
2.What technology is employed?
3.What normal anatomical features and hysiologic functions does the test interact with?
4.Describe a common abnormal clinical condition or complaint for which this diagnostic test is sed.
5.What will the test show or indicate in this ondition?
6.Is this a useful diagnostic test? Why or why not?

본문내용

1. What is the test used for?
An upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is a diagnostic test used to evaluate the abnormal digestive conditions and diseases.

2. What technology is employed?
The technology is simple: this test involves insertion of a small lighted flexible tube through the mouth into the esophagus and stomach to examine for abnormalities.

3. What normal anatomical features and physiologic functions does the test interact with?
Anatomy:
Physiology:
The stomach acts as a temporary “storage tank” for food as well as a site for food breakdown. Chemical breakdown of proteins begins in the stomach.
The small intestine is the body’s major digestive organ.

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