Enteroscopy
Examination of the small intestine
An enteroscopy is a procedure to examine the small intestine with an endoscope, to help diagnose digestive problems
What is an enteroscopy?
This test is used to check for disease and can also be used to take tissue samples (a biopsy) to be analysed, if necessary.
Need to know
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What happens during an enteroscopy? icon plus
This procedure is usually carried out under local anaesthetic. This will numb the area to block pain. You may also be given a sedative to help you relax. A thin, flexible tube with a video camera and light at one end (an endoscope) will be inserted through your mouth and to your small intestine.
A tissue sample (biopsy) may be taken using a small biopsy tool which is passed through the endoscope. It will then be sent for testing. -
How to prepare icon plus
Your consultant will let you know how to prepare and what will happen during the enteroscopy. You may be asked not to eat or drink anything for a set time beforehand. Make sure to tell your consultant about any medicines you are currently taking.
You may need to arrange to have someone to take you home afterwards. Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you. -
After your procedure icon plus
You'll need to rest until the effects of the anaesthetic and sedative wear off. You won't need to stay overnight and can go home the same day. Your throat may feel sore for a day or two after the procedure.
Our consultants
Our locations in London
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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London Digestive Centre
41 Welbeck Street
London
W1G 8DU
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London Digestive Health
2nd Floor
41 Welbeck Street
London W1G 8DU
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London Digestive Surgery
41 Welbeck Street
London
W1G 8DU
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The Endoscopy Centre
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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London Digestion
HCA UK at The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
Private enteroscopy in Birmingham
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The Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham B15 2FQ
Private enteroscopy in Manchester
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HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road
Wilmslow
Cheshire SK9 1NY
Contact us about our gastroenterology services
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced gastroenterologists.