Endoscopy services

Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is an examination of your colon (large bowel). A flexible camera tube is passed through the anus/rectum into the colon. Images are captured live and displayed on a monitor where you and your specialist can see. Special instruments can be passed down the endoscope to take biopsies or remove polyps or lesions for further testing. You have the choice of undergoing the procedure with or without sedation. This procedure is part of our professional endoscopy services.

For more information, please check out the following links:

• Te Whatu Ora colonoscopy information sheet

• Patient.info - colonoscopy

Gastroscopy

A gastroscopy is an examination of your oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum. A flexible camera tube is passed through your mouth to access these organs. Images are captured live and displayed on a monitor where you and your specialist can see. Special instruments can be passed down the endoscope to take biopsies or remove any lesions for further testing.

You have the choice of undergoing the procedure with or without sedation. This procedure is part of our expert endoscopy procedures.

For more information, please check out the following links:

• Te Whatu Ora gastroscopy information sheet

• Patient.info - gastroscopy

For appointments or other enquiries, you can contact:

• Email to administrative assistant Kristina Pempel: Kristina.Pempel@wakefield.co.nz

• By phoning the Gastroenterology at Wakefield: (04) 381-8120 Ext 5449

• By completing the appointment request form on our contact page
  

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