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Endoscopy

The London Clinic Endoscopy Unit uses the latest technically advanced video endoscopes

and ancillary equipment to view organs such as the stomach, colon and lungs, and the pancreatico-biliary area. We encourage 'well person screenings,' bowel cancer screening as well as investigating abdominal problems.

About the unit

- 15 consultants and a team of specialist,

dedicated nurses

- 3 endoscopy rooms, with advanced workstations

- 11 recovery bays

- Video prints of investigation available

- Videotapes available on request

- Safety and quality of endoscopy at The London Clinic

Capsule endoscopy

Capsule endoscopy involves swallowing a capsule the shape and size of a vitamin pill. The capsule contains a tiny camera and flash and takes pictures as it passes through the small bowel. The pictures are transmitted to a receiver on a belt, which the patient wears for about eight hours.

More information about capsule endoscopy

Endoscopic ultrasound

A new procedure for the diagnosis and staging of cancers. It is primarily used for lung, oesophageal and pancreatic cancers.

More information about endoscopic ultrasound

Our experts

Contact details

Telephone

Fax

See our endoscopy consultants

Endoscopy Unit

Seventh Floor

The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place

London W1G 6DE

020 7616 7760

020 7616 7684

consult@thelondonclinic.co.uk

Endoscopy News

World Class Endoscopy Imaging Arrives At The London Clinic

Here are recent patient comments from our Patient Satisfication Survey, October 2007

"The Endoscopy Unit was really impressive. Good handouts, clear instructions, excellent clinical care by all with appropriate reassurance. My colonoscopy was a pleasurable experience I had been dreading."

"Everyone could not have been more friendly and helpful."

"I come every two years and I always find the care excellent."

"I couldn't find fault with anything. I would recommend the hospital to anyone."