Gastroenterology procedures, page 4 of 4
10 procedures on this page, alphabetically from Small intestinal polypectomy to Surgical repair of pancreas. Each entry below describes the procedure in full.
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Small intestinal polypectomy
The surgical removal (cutting out) of part or all of Small intestinal polyp. This page describes small intestinal polypectomy and where it is available across Weyland-Yutani Health System.
This is a therapeutic service. Your clinician will discuss goals, expected recovery and any follow-up care.
Also known as
- Small intestinal polyp surgical removal
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001217 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › surgical procedure › surgical removal procedure › surgical excision › tumorectomy › intestinal polypectomy.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Preparing for your visit
Ask your clinician whether you need to fast, adjust medications or arrange a ride home before small intestinal polypectomy.
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Specific technique endoscopy
About this service. A diagnostic or therapeutic procedure in which an endoscope is inserted in a tubular organ using a specific endoscopic technique.
This is a diagnostic service. Results are reviewed by your care team, who will explain what they mean for your treatment.
Also known as
- endoscopy by type
- specific type endoscopy
Classification
Service type: diagnostic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0000132 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: diagnostic procedure › clinical imaging procedure › endoscopic procedure.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Used to diagnose
Preparing for your visit
Your care team will give preparation instructions when you schedule. Call ahead if you have questions or need an interpreter.
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Spinal meningeal diverticulectomy
The surgical removal (cutting out) of part or all of Spinal meningeal diverticulum. Our Gastroenterology team performs spinal meningeal diverticulectomy and explains each step beforehand.
This is a therapeutic service. Your clinician will discuss goals, expected recovery and any follow-up care.
Also known as
- Spinal meningeal diverticulum surgical removal
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001100 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › surgical procedure › surgical removal procedure › surgical excision.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Preparing for your visit
Your care team will give preparation instructions when you schedule. Call ahead if you have questions or need an interpreter.
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Spleen ultrasonography
The use of ultrasound to produce images of structures in the spleen. This page describes spleen ultrasonography and where it is available across Weyland-Yutani Health System.
As a diagnostic service, spleen ultrasonography helps your clinician understand your condition. Ask how and when you will receive your results.
Also known as
- sonography of spleen
- spleen diagnostic sonography
- spleen medical ultrasound
- spleen sonography
- spleen ultrasound examination
- spleen ultrasound imaging procedure
- spleen ultrasound procedure
- ultrasonography of spleen
Classification
Service type: diagnostic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0010212 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: diagnostic procedure › diagnostic procedure by site › diagnostic procedure of hematopoietic system.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Preparing for your visit
Your care team will give preparation instructions when you schedule. Call ahead if you have questions or need an interpreter.
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Stomach ultrasonography
The use of ultrasound to produce images of structures in the stomach. This page describes stomach ultrasonography and where it is available across Weyland-Yutani Health System.
This is a diagnostic service. Results are reviewed by your care team, who will explain what they mean for your treatment.
Also known as
- sonography of stomach
- stomach diagnostic sonography
- stomach medical ultrasound
- stomach sonography
- stomach ultrasound examination
- stomach ultrasound imaging procedure
- stomach ultrasound procedure
- ultrasonography of stomach
Classification
Service type: diagnostic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0010213 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: diagnostic procedure › clinical imaging procedure › ultrasonography procedure.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Preparing for your visit
Ask your clinician whether you need to fast, adjust medications or arrange a ride home before stomach ultrasonography.
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Stool softener therapy
About this service. Us of a substance or drug that acts as a wetting agent and promotes soft bowel movements.
As a treatment, stool softener therapy is planned with you. Talk with your care team about benefits, risks and alternatives.
Also known as
- emollient laxative therapy
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001577 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › pharmacotherapy › gastrointestinal agent therapy.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Used to treat
Preparing for your visit
Before your visit, confirm your appointment, bring your insurance card and tell staff about any allergies or medications.
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Surgical procedure on alimentary part of gastrointestinal system
About this service. Any surgical procedure conducted on the alimentary part of gastrointestinal system.
This is a therapeutic service. Your clinician will discuss goals, expected recovery and any follow-up care.
Also known as
- alimentary part of gastrointestinal system surgical procedure
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001504 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › surgical procedure › surgery by body site › surgical procedure on digestive system.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Preparing for your visit
Ask your clinician whether you need to fast, adjust medications or arrange a ride home before surgical procedure on alimentary part of gastrointestinal system.
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Surgical procedure on digestive system
surgical procedure on digestive system: Any surgical procedure conducted on the digestive system.
This is a therapeutic service. Your clinician will discuss goals, expected recovery and any follow-up care.
Also known as
- digestive system surgical procedure
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001503 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › surgical procedure › surgery by body site.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Used to treat
Preparing for your visit
Before your visit, confirm your appointment, bring your insurance card and tell staff about any allergies or medications.
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Surgical repair of intestine
A surgery that fixes or mends intestine. This page describes surgical repair of intestine and where it is available across Weyland-Yutani Health System.
As a treatment, surgical repair of intestine is planned with you. Talk with your care team about benefits, risks and alternatives.
Also known as
- intestine surgical repair
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001354 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › surgical procedure › surgery by body site › surgical procedure on digestive system › surgical repair of digestive tract.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
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Preparing for your visit
Before your visit, confirm your appointment, bring your insurance card and tell staff about any allergies or medications.
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Surgical repair of pancreas
A surgery that fixes or mends pancreas. Our Gastroenterology team performs surgical repair of pancreas and explains each step beforehand.
As a treatment, surgical repair of pancreas is planned with you. Talk with your care team about benefits, risks and alternatives.
Also known as
Classification
Service type: therapeutic.
Ontology identifier: MAXO:0001284 (Medical Action Ontology).
Classification path: therapeutic procedure › surgical procedure › surgery by body site.
Specialty: Gastroenterology
Broader services
Used to treat
Preparing for your visit
Ask your clinician whether you need to fast, adjust medications or arrange a ride home before surgical repair of pancreas.
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