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Term: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (GIE) Procedures
Glossary Definition
Last Updated: 2022-08-15
Definition:
Gastrointestinal endoscopy (GIE) procedures are used to investigate the symptoms and signs of gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and responses to treatment. They are also used to aid in the prevention of certain cancers, such as colorectal cancer (CRC) and esophageal cancer. GIE procedures are used to examine both the lower and upper parts of the GI system.
For more information, please see the
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (GIE) Procedures
concept.
Related concepts
- Colectomy (Large Bowel Resection) Procedures
- Colorectal Cancer (CRC) and Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer
- Complications from a Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (GIE) Procedure
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (GIE) Procedures
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References
- Lix LM, Singh H, Derksen S, Sirski M, McCulloch S. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (GIE) Utilization in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2021. [Report] [Additional Materials] (View)
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