WHY ENDOSCOPY AT VGM?

VGM Hospital is recognized as a regional leader in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Our strengths include:

Expert Endoscopists: Over 10,000 procedures annually, performed by highly experienced gastroenterologists.
State-of-the-Art Endoscopy Suite: Equipped with high-definition and narrow band imaging (NBI) systems for unmatched precision.
Comprehensive Range: From routine endoscopy and colonoscopy to third-space and obesity endoscopic surgeries.
Real-Time Diagnosis: Integration of endoscopy with on-site pathology and imaging for faster, accurate results.
Patient-Centered Care: Focus on minimal discomfort, safety, and rapid recovery.
State of the art endoscopy disinfection services: to prevent transmission of infections between patients-pictures-(lacking in many hospitals).

ADVANCED ENDOSCOPIC PROCEDURES

VGM Hospital is renowned for its advanced endoscopy suite equipped with the latest technology, offering one of the most comprehensive portfolios of diagnostic, therapeutic, and third-space procedures in India. Performed by expert endoscopists with over 10,000 procedures annually, our minimally invasive techniques ensure precision, safety, and faster recovery.

Bleeding Management

Peptic Ulcer Bleed: Hemoclipping, Ovesco clip application
Variceal Bleed: Band ligation, fundal glue injection, stenting, collagen spray
Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC): For angiectasia, portal hypertensive gastropathy

Foreign Body and Stricture Management

Foreign body retrieval
Esophageal CRE balloon dilatation
Metallic stenting for palliative care in GI cancers
Pyloric balloon dilatation and enteral stenting for gastric outlet obstruction

Tumor and Lesion Management

Narrow Band Imaging (NBI): Early tumor detection and surveillance
RF Ablation for Barrett’s metaplasia
Polypectomy and Endolooping for polyp removal
PEG and NJ Tube Insertions for long-term enteral nutrition

Third Space Endoscopic Procedures

State-of-the-art endoscopic surgeries for minimally invasive tumor resections and motility disorders:

EMR (Endoscopic Mucosal Resection)
ESD (Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection)
FTRD (Full Thickness Resection Device)
STER (Submucosal Tunneling Endoscopic Resection)
POEM (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy) for achalasia cardia
ARMS / ARMA (Anti-Reflux Mucosal Surgery / Ablation) for advanced GERD management

Capsule Endoscopy

The colonoscope is passed via the anus, visualises the large intestine and reaches upto the last portion of the small intestine. Ulcers, cancers, polyps, inflammation of the regions can be detected and treated. The patient will undergo preparation before the procedure, wherein he will pass stools till the bowel is cleared. The procedure is generally done under sedation. The duration is 15-45 minutes.

Obesity & Metabolic Endoscopy

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) First centre in South India offering this minimally invasive weight-loss procedure
Spatz Balloon and Allurion Balloon for endoscopic weight reduction with excellent outcomes.