The instrument is called an ENDOSCOPE. It is used to perform ENDOSCOPY. These terms are general terms, hence I have capitalized them.
The endoscope that is used to perform endoscopy is basically a flexible fiberoptic scope with an eyepiece or camera on one end and a lens on the other end. These are used to look inside of body cavities or hollow organs - tubes such as the esophagus.
Endo means "to look inside", and scope describes the instrument that does it.
Endoscopy means the process of looking inside.
Medically, the terms are changed depending on what procedure or part of the body is being addressed.
Examples are -
Colon -o -scopy the process of looking inside the colon.
Esophago-gastro-duodeno-scopy the process of looking inside the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Also known as "Upper G.I."
Laparoscopy the process of looking in the abdominal or pelvic cavity, usually through a small incision and commonly associated with surgery. "Laparoscopic Surgery".
A similar instrument is used in other industries such as aerospace, boilermaking, and Plumbing and is known as a "Borescope".
The medical term for this condition is esophageal atresia. It is a congenital condition where the esophagus does not connect to the stomach. This condition requires surgical intervention to repair the connection between the esophagus and stomach.
To remove a bone stuck in the esophagus, you would perform an endoscopy procedure and cut the part of the esophagus where the bone is lodged. It is crucial to do this under medical supervision to prevent complications like bleeding or perforation.
Scapul/o is the medical terminology combining for meaning scapula.
The prefix for rapid or fast is tachy-(as in tachycardia meaning rapid heartbeat).Tachy- is the medical terminology prefix meaning fast, as in tachyphylaxis or tachycardia.
Esophagectasia is a medical term used to describe a widening or dilation of the esophagus. This can be caused by various conditions such as scarring, inflammation, or underlying structural issues. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include medication, endoscopic procedures, or surgery.
The medical term for an instrument used to examine the kidney is "nephroscope." It is a specialized tool that is inserted through a small incision to visualize and examine the inner structures of the kidney for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
Esophag- is the medical terminology combining form meaning esophagus
Scope is the medical term meaning an instrument used for observation. There is no general term for any medical instrument.
TEE, or transesophageal echocardiography, is performed from inside the esophagus.
The esophagus.
Esophageal Atresia
-scope is the medical terminology combining form meaning instrument to view.
esophagus
The medical term for abnormal dilation of the esophagus is "esophageal dilatation" or "esophageal dilation." This condition can lead to difficulties swallowing and other complications. Treatment may involve medication, lifestyle changes, or surgical intervention.
The medical term for gullet is esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that connects the throat to the stomach and is responsible for transporting food and liquids to the stomach for digestion.
A dermatome is an instrument to cut skin.
Anoscope is a medical term meaning instrument for the direct visual examination of the anus.