Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the medical specialty that deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive tract, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. At Elytis, we use the expertise of our doctors and state-of-the-art technology to provide you with personalized and effective solutions, contributing to your health and comfort.

Why choose Gastroenterology at Elytis?

• Comprehensive medical expertise: we manage a wide range of conditions such as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, chronic hepatitis and many others.
• Modern technology: We have advanced equipment for precise investigations, including abdominal ultrasound, endoscopy, colonoscopy and Fibroscan.
• Personalized approach: we tailor the treatment plan to each patient's medical history, symptoms and lifestyle.
• Prevention and education: we offer nutritional counseling, healthy lifestyle recommendations and preventive measures to maintain long-term health.
  
  

Services offered

• Gastroenterology consultations and check-ups:
  • What is a gastroenterology consultation? During a gastroenterology consultation, your gastroenterologist will discuss your medical history, current symptoms and lifestyle with you. He or she will perform a physical examination and, based on this, recommend further investigations and establish a personalized treatment plan.
• Non-invasive investigations:
  • Abdominal and abdomino-pelvic ultrasounds to evaluate internal organs.
• Endoscopies and colonoscopies:
  • Upper digestive endoscopy: allows visualization of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. Indications: upper abdominal pain, difficulty swallowing, suspected ulcer or gastritis. Contraindications: digestive perforation, severe cardiac or respiratory problems.
  • Colonoscopy: allows visualization of the large intestine. Indications: rectal bleeding, changes in bowel transit, colorectal cancer screening. Contraindications: peritonitis, toxic megacolon.
  • Both procedures can be performed with or without sedation, depending on patient preference.
• Advanced procedures:
  • Polypectomy: removal of polyps discovered during endoscopy or colonoscopy.
  • Fibroscan:
    • What is Fibroscan? A non-invasive method for assessing liver fibrosis and elasticity, used in the diagnosis and monitoring of chronic liver diseases.
    • Indications: chronic hepatitis, hepatic steatosis, liver cirrhosis.
    • Contraindications: bulky ascites, pregnancy, morbid obesity.

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At Elytis, we are dedicated to your digestive health, offering comprehensive care, cutting-edge technologies and an empathetic approach. No matter the complexity of your condition, we are here to help you live a healthy and discomfort-free life.