Gastroscopy abroad is listed from US$300 to US$600 at 37 hospitals in Singapore, with 18 countries listed in total. The operation takes 10 to 15 minutes. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Prices last updated Mar 2010
Description of Gastroscopy:
What is a Gastroscopy?
Gastroscopy is a procedure in which an endoscope is inserted into the stomach and duodenum to search for diseases and abnormalities. The endoscope is a thin flexible tube with a camera and light attached to it. It is inserted from the mouth of the patient to the stomach. Pictures of the esophagus, stomach, and the duodenum taken by the endoscope are viewed on a monitor by the doctor. During a Gastroscopy tissue samples may be taken to perform biopsy for analysis of ulcers or any other disease. If there are bleeding ulcers, a Gastroscopy may be used to cauterize them.
How is a Gastroscopy performed?
Before a Gastroscopy, local anesthesia is sprayed on the back of the throat of the patient. This makes the throat numb and the patient will find it difficult to swallow. If sedatives are given to the patient, the patient will still be conscious and aware of the procedure. The patient needs to lie on the left side during the procedure. The patient will then be asked to put the endoscope into the mouth and swallow it. Some air is blown into the stomach to effectively perform the examination. The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum are closely examined during the procedure of Gastroscopy.
How to prepare for a Gastroscopy?
Before the procedure, the following things should be kept in mind:
The patient’s stomach should be empty before the gastroscopy.
The patient should not have any food or liquids for at least 4 to 6 hours prior to the gastroscopy.
The doctor should be informed if the patient is pregnant, diabetic, or has a heart or kidney problem.
Any other health concerns should be reported to the doctor.
Some medications that the patient may be taking are discontinued many days before the surgery.
There are some medications that should be avoided some days before the surgery.
Antibiotics may be given to the patient if the patient has had a heart surgery in the past that involved the use of artificial grafts.
About Gastroscopy
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Duration of surgery/treatment
10 to 15 minutes
Days admitted
None. Gastroscopy is done on an outpatient basis.
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia is sprayed on the back of the throat of the patient before the procedure. The patient is conscious during the procedure.
Recovery
- Patients who have undergone gastroscopy without the use of sedative can go home an hour or so after the procedure.
- Patients who have had a sedative will take longer to be discharged.
- The test results will be written on the discharge papers.
- Reports of any biopsy may take a few days.
Risks
Complications that are involved in a gastroscopy are very rare. The rare risks involved in a gastroscopy are as follows:
- Mild sore throat for a few days
- Drowsiness due to sedatives
- Chest infection
- Pneumonia
- Damage to the esophagus that may lead to bleeding and infection
- Abdominal pain
- Fever
- Breathing difficulty
- Heart attack or stroke among old and unhealthy patients
- Allergic reaction to the sedative
After care
- Patients who have had a sedative should not drive, operate machines, or consume alcohol for 24 hours after the procedure.
- The doctor’s instructions should be followed carefully.
Cost of Gastroscopy by country
Price ranges in US$ for each country with a published range. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
HM Hospitales is a hospital group with six private hospitals in Madrid: three general hospitals, a cardiovascular hospital, an oncological center and a women's health hospital.
The first in a brand new chain of ultra-modern hospitals, opened in January 2013, LIV hospital focuses on foreign patients, and tries to provide a complete and comprehensive service by a dedicated international team.
A JCI accredited, multi-specialty medical center which is a part of the Acibadem Healthcare Group. The hospital provides medical care in virtually all medical specialties. International patients are catered for through the Acibadem International Patients Center.
Heidelberg University Hospital is one of Europe`s leading medical centers. World-renowned experts provide comprehensive care of the highest international standards in all medical specialties.
Xanit Hospital Internacional is a modern private hospital located in the suburbs of Malaga, Spain. The hospital is modern (opened in 2005), and the staff include over 200 specialists in all medical specialties.
PricesGastroscopy & Colonoscopy $1,430Gastroscopy $1,070
Medipol Mega Hospital Complex is a modern medical facility with four specialist hospitals and an extensive selection of high caliber medical devices available for use. The hospital provides treatments in a wide variety of medical fields in its 470 bed facility.
This multi-specialty tertiary hospital offers various medical services as well as dental procedures to local and overseas patients. It serves over 100,000 international patients every year.
A modern, JCI accredited, full service hospital, established in 2009. Acibadem Maslak is part of the Acibadem Healthcare Group, so international patients are taken care of through the group's International Patient Center.
Yanhee International Hospital is a modern international hospital with 400 beds capacity and equipped with facilities to serve inpatients and outpatients for medical, cosmetic and aesthetic procedures.
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