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esophagoscopy /esoph·a·gos·co·py/ (ĕ-sof″ah-gos´ko-pe) endoscopic examination of the esophagus.
Esophagoscopy (also esophagoendoscopy) Examination of the inside of the esophagus using a flexible tube that transmits video images. Mentioned in: Esophageal Pouches, Lower Esophageal Ring
esophagoscopy [esof′əgos′kəpē] Etymology: Gk, oisophagos + skopein, to look examination of the esophagus with an endoscope. Also spelled oesophagoscopy. esophagoscopy [ĕ-sof″ah-gos´kah-pe] direct visual examination of the esophagus with an esophagoscope.
esophagoscopy direct visual examination of the esophagus with an esophagoscope. Esophagoscopy usually is done as a diagnostic procedure for the purpose of locating and inspecting a disorder of the esophagus. After the esophagoscope has been inserted it is possible to obtain samples of tissue for microscopic study. In some instances the esophagoscope can be used to remove a foreign object that has become lodged in the esophagus.
esophagoscopy Endoscopy Examination of the esophagus (only) using an endoscope How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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