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| Alabama |
$1,068
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| Alaska |
$1,445
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| Arizona |
$1,208
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| Arkansas |
$1,058
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| California |
$1,326
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| Colorado |
$1,167
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| Connecticut |
$1,277
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| Delaware |
$1,241
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| District of Columbia |
$1,230
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| Florida |
$1,172
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| Georgia |
$1,099
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| Hawaii |
$1,111
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| Idaho |
$1,080
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| Illinois |
$1,226
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| Indiana |
$1,118
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| Iowa |
$1,016
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| Kansas |
$1,052
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| Kentucky |
$1,077
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| Louisiana |
$1,195
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| Maine |
$1,079
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| Maryland |
$1,271
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| Massachusetts |
$1,310
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| Michigan |
$1,206
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| Minnesota |
$1,358
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| Mississippi |
$1,086
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| Missouri |
$1,073
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| Montana |
$1,117
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| Nebraska |
$1,091
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| Nevada |
$1,153
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| New Hampshire |
$1,156
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| New Jersey |
$1,401
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| New Mexico |
$1,064
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| New York |
$1,318
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| North Carolina |
$1,058
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| North Dakota |
$1,176
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| Ohio |
$1,100
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| Oklahoma |
$1,177
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| Oregon |
$1,201
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| Pennsylvania |
$1,239
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| Rhode Island |
$1,321
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| South Carolina |
$1,127
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| South Dakota |
$1,050
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| Tennessee |
$1,059
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| Texas |
$1,145
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| Utah |
$1,193
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| Vermont |
$1,171
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| Virginia |
$1,139
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| Washington |
$1,271
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| West Virginia |
$1,140
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| Wisconsin |
$1,204
|
| Wyoming |
$1,172
|
What is a GI scope procedure?
A GI scope procedure might also be called an endoscopy, upper endoscopy, EGD, or esophagogastroduodenoscopy. In this procedure, a small tube with a camera is passed through your mouth and throat into the upper GI tract to diagnose and treat conditions of the esophagus, upper intestine, stomach, or duodenum.
You might need a GI scope if you are having:
- Persistent heartburn
- Blood in vomit or stools
- Nausea and vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Problems swallowing
- Unexplained weight loss
Procedures can be done during a GI scope. Your doctor might recommend a scope if you need:
- Treatment of a bleeding ulcer or esophageal varices
- Dilation of a narrowed esophagus
- Removal of anything stuck in the esophagus
- Removal of polyps or growths
- Placement of a feeding tube or drain
How long does a GI scope take?
A GI scope will take between 15 to 30 minutes. However, the total time you’ll be at the hospital or outpatient center will be about two to three hours. The extra time is for you to be monitored as you recover from the procedure.
Is a scope exam of the upper GI painful?
Upper GI scopes are not painful. A sedative is given most of the time to help you relax before a scope. You might also receive numbing spray to the back of your throat to help keep you from gagging.
After the procedure, you might notice a slight sore throat for a few days, and you should let your doctor know if you have any trouble swallowing or the pain is getting worse rather than better. You might have a little bloating or nausea after the procedure, but it will go away quickly.
What can a stomach scope detect?
Stomach scopes are used to detect and treat many different conditions. Some of these include:
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Ulcers
- Cancer
- Inflammation or swelling
- Precancerous problems like Barrett’s esophagus
- Celiac disease
- Narrowing (strictures) of the esophagus
- Blockages
- Gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining)
Are you put to sleep during an upper GI endoscopy?
Usually, a sedative is given intravenously to keep you relaxed during an upper GI endoscopy. You might not fall completely asleep, but you’ll feel drowsy and relaxed. You won’t remember the procedure.
If you receive sedation, you’ll need a little extra time to wake up after your procedure, and you won’t be able to drive. You’ll need someone to give you a ride home.
How long after an upper GI endoscopy can I eat?
You’ll be able to eat about an hour after your upper GI endoscopy. Wait until you can easily swallow and any numbing medicine for your throat has worn off. Eat soft, easily digestible foods at first and gradually add to your diet as time goes on.
