Endoscopy

usgb/enˈdɑːskəpi/
noun

A medical procedure that uses a thin, flexible instrument with a light to inspect the inside of body parts or organs.

The doctor performed an endoscopy to examine the patient's stomach.
Visual representation of "endoscopy" - A medical procedure that uses a thin, flexible instrument with a light to inspect the inside of body parts or organs.

Often appears as...

  • perform an endoscopy
  • endoscopy procedure

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Medical Context

The term is mostly used by healthcare professionals or in medical documents.

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The endoscopy unit is on the third floor.
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Not Surgical

Endoscopy involves looking inside the body but usually does not involve cutting or surgery.

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You may have an endoscopy instead of surgery to find the problem.
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Procedure Name

The word 'endoscopy' can refer to the procedure itself or the instrument used.

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I'll schedule the endoscopy for Monday.
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