What is endoskopija?

Endoscopy is a medical procedure that uses an endoscope, which is a long, thin, flexible tube with a light and camera attached to it, to examine the inside of a patient's body. Endoscopy is used to examine various parts of the body, including the digestive system, respiratory system, and urinary tract.

There are different types of endoscopy, including upper endoscopy, which examines the upper digestive tract and is used to diagnose conditions such as ulcers, inflammation, and tumors in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Lower endoscopy, also known as colonoscopy, examines the large intestine and is used to diagnose conditions such as polyps, cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease.

Other types of endoscopy include bronchoscopy, used to examine the lungs and airway passages, cystoscopy, used to examine the bladder and urinary tract, and hysteroscopy, used to examine the uterus.

Endoscopies are typically performed as outpatient procedures and are minimally invasive. Patients may be sedated during the procedure to reduce discomfort. Endoscopy is generally considered safe, but there are some risks, including bleeding, infection, and perforation of the organ being examined.