Gastroenterology

Our doctors including Gastroenterologists and Hematologists at Kulsum International Hospital specialize in diagnosing and treating digestive tract and liver disorders. These mainly include conditions involving the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon.

Gastroenterological Diagnostic Procedures

Following gastroenterological diagnostic procedures are performed by our experienced Gastroenterologists.

Endoscopy

Endoscopy, also known as Gastrointestinal Endoscopy or upper GI endoscopy is a procedure to examine the inside lining of your Upper digestive tract which includes Esophagus and Stomach using an instrument called an endoscope.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a procedure in which the inside of the large intestine (colon and rectum) is examined. Colonoscopy is commonly used to evaluate gastrointestinal symptoms, such as rectal and intestinal bleeding, or changes in bowel habits

Sigmoidoscopy

Sigmoidoscopy is a procedure to evaluate the lower part of the large intestine (colon) through flexible tube.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

ERCP is a procedure which allows to diagnose and treat problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas and duodenum. This procedure is carried out by combining X-ray and an endoscope.Other Diagnostics for Gastroenterology

Other Diagnostics for Gastroenterology

Radiology Imaging

• MRI
• CT Scan
• Ultrasound

Pathology Tests

• Fecal occult blood test
• Stool culture
• Helicobacter Pylori (Antigen and Antibody)
• Serum Amylase