An esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is a procedure that helps diagnose and treat conditions of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. During the EGD procedure, a doctor passes an endoscope, a camera ...

Doctors may perform an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to diagnose and help treat stomach ulcers. During the procedure, a healthcare professional inserts an endoscope through the mouth and into the ...

Surgery is an effective treatment and possible cure for stomach cancer. However, it may require permanent changes to your eating habits. Stomach cancer (or gastric cancer) is a fairly common cancer.

Q. I am a 46-year-old woman with a several year history of heartburn and have been diagnosed with GERD. My family history is positive for cancer, and I'm worried. Should I have a scope procedure? A.

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Starting June 1, some Coloradans who need medical procedures using a scope in their digestive systems will have to wait for their insurance company’s ...