What is it?

What is it?

An endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a medical procedure that combines both ultrasound imaging and endoscopy. This is used to examine the digestive tract and surrounding organs of a patient.
Endoscopic ultrasounds have been a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tool in gastroenterology, but it is traditionally performed exclusively in hospitals because of the high cost and technical requirements. EndoSound Vision System™ (EVS™) is changing that! With EVS™, access to advanced EUS technology is more obtainable throughout smaller hospitals, surgical centers, advanced clinics and more, at a fraction of the cost.

How is it done?

How is it done?

Endoscopy – A thin, flexible tube with a camera, also known as an endoscope, is inserted into the digestive tract, allowing doctors and physicians to see the inner lining of organs such as the stomach, small intestine and esophagus.
Ultrasound – An ultrasound transducer is attached to the end of the endoscope, emitting sound waves that bounce off tissues and create detailed images of the surround organs and structures.

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Why is it done?

Why is it done?

Endoscopic ultrasound using EndoSound Vision System™ (EVS™) is used to diagnose and assess various gastrointestinal conditions including:

  • Staging and assessing the extent of cancers in the digestive tract and surrounding organs such as the pancreas, stomach and esophagus
  • Helping diagnose chronic pancreatitis and identify stones or debris in the bile ducts
  • Detecting and evaluating tumors and other abnormalities in the abdomen including the gallbladder and liver
  • Determining is cancer has spread to the lymph nodes

 

They can also be used for treatment purposes such as:

  • Removing fluid from cysts in the abdomen
  • Targeting medication directly to specific areas such as cancerous tumors
  • Relieving pain caused by pancreatic cancer by blocking nerves connected to the pancreas
  • Taking tissue samples for further examination

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