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OGD Meaning, Symptoms and What the Examination Checks

OGD Meaning, Symptoms and What the Examination Checks

21 October 2026
An OGD, or gastroscopy, examines the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. In Singapore, the procedure typically…
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Gastroscopy: What to Expect Before, During and After the Procedure

Gastroscopy: What to Expect Before, During and After the Procedure

15 October 2026
Knowing where the camera goes and what the procedure involves can make a gastroscopy feel less daunting. A thin, flexible tube with a camera and…
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What Can a Gastroscopy Diagnose? Conditions It Can and Cannot Detect

What Can a Gastroscopy Diagnose? Conditions It Can and Cannot Detect

9 October 2026
If you’re asking what can a gastroscopy diagnose, the answer depends on what the camera can see and whether a tissue sample or another test is…
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