Intermediate
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In the Industry Vocabulary Test
EGD
Also written as: EGD — Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; endoscopic examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract. Emergency procedure for GI bleeding evaluation and treatment.
Full Definition
An endoscopic procedure that allows direct visualization of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum using a flexible endoscope. In emergency settings, EGD is performed to evaluate and treat upper gastrointestinal bleeding, remove foreign bodies, or assess suspected perforations. The procedure can be both diagnostic and therapeutic, allowing for interventions such as cauterization of bleeding vessels, injection of sclerosants, or placement of clips.
Usage
Usage note: Always uppercase; do not use periods between letters.
In Context
- "Emergency EGD revealed a bleeding duodenal ulcer that was successfully cauterized." — Procedure note
- "The patient was scheduled for urgent EGD to evaluate upper GI bleeding." — Gastroenterology consultation
Also known as
upper endoscopy
esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Contrasted with
colonoscopy
Don't confuse with
EGS
EKG
upper GI series