Endoscopic Mucosal Resection in Washington
Ready to Consult a GI Physician?
Find a ProviderWhat is endoscopic mucosal resection?
Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) is an outpatient treatment that permits specialists to remove tumors just under the intestinal wall without requiring an operation. Using an endoscope (a flexible, pipe-shaped instrument), our Washington Gastroenterology gastroenterologists (doctors who specialize in addressing the gastrointestinal tract) can view inside the body with a high degree of detail. In the same procedure, they can extract growths that may otherwise need an operation, such as upper GI or colon polyps. The majority of people return home once the procedure is done. Because there is no incision, you can heal more quickly and with minimal discomfort compared to open or laparoscopic surgery. Please get in touch with our team if you think you may need an endoscopic mucosal resection in Washington or any other procedure designed to handle the gastrointestinal tract.
What are the benefits of endoscopic mucosal resection?
This procedure is a less invasive substitute to surgery for removing irregular tissues from the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. Your gastroenterologist may recommend the procedure to extract certain initial-stage cancers or precancerous growths.
A few of the issues that EMR has been employed to treat include the following:
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Noncancerous tumors of the uterus (leiomyomas)
- Esophageal cancer
- Colorectal polyps
- Cancer of the small intestine (duodenum)
- Gastric (stomach) cancer
- Colon and rectal cancer
If you have any of the listed diseases and wish to discover more regarding this procedure, call a Washington Gastroenterology location near you without delay.
What are the possible complications of endoscopic mucosal resection?
Potential complications of endoscopic mucosal resection are:
- Puncture (perforation): There is a small risk of a puncture through the wall of the digestive tract, contingent on the dimensions and position of the growth that is taken out
- Bleeding: This is the most common complication and can often be discovered and remedied during the process
- Narrowing of the esophagus: Extracting certain esophageal tumors can enhance the risk of scarring, which narrows the esophagus. This may lead to trouble swallowing and necessitate additional treatment.
Call your Washington gastrointestinal provider or get urgent care if you notice any of the following signs or symptoms after you undergo an endoscopic mucosal resection:
- Chills
- Trouble breathing
- Fever
- Bright red blood in the stool
- Black stool
- Passing out
- Chest or abdominal pain
- Vomiting
When will I get the results of my endoscopic mucosal resection?
A follow-up with your Washington Gastroenterology gastroenterologist will be scheduled to discuss the findings of your endoscopic mucosal resection and the results of any biopsy tests done on tissue specimens. Some questions to raise with your specialist include:
- Should I see a cancer specialist (oncologist)?
- What were the outcomes of the biopsy exams? Do I have cancer?
- How will you supervise my condition?
- If I have cancer, will I require other procedures?
- Were you able to remove all abnormal tissue?
Generally, you will have another colonoscopy or upper endoscopy a couple of months after your procedure to be sure the complete lesion is eradicated. During your initial procedure, your provider might stain the area of the eliminated polyp with ink (tattoo) so that the section can be easily inspected when you have any subsequent tests. The requirements for extra appointments depend on the outcomes of these findings.
Endoscopic mucosal resection for GI treatment
If an endoscopic mucosal resection is suggested for treating your gastrointestinal condition, then you can trust the proficient gastroenterologists at Washington Gastroenterology to provide you with the most advanced and considerate care possible. An endoscopic mucosal resection with our Washington team can provide a less invasive option for removing abnormal or potentially cancerous tissue. Please contact our team as soon as possible to hear further details regarding this procedure and other ways to treat your GI conditions.
Reviews
Great doctors and staff. The office is very inviting and clean and has a unique Golden Age of Hollywood theme.
My first experience, by another office, was very traumatic and unpleasant. I was highly nervous to go again several years later. I demanded another office and doctor. I couldn’t have had a better experience starting with the staff and ending with Dr. Haldernan. They put my fears at ease throughout the procedure. Next time I have to schedule, I will be far more relaxed. And Dr. Haldernan? Please don’t retire too soon, okay?😉
The entire staff are a pleasure to work with. They clearly care about you, the patient, whenever you go to their office.
The procedure itself went great with no pain. Two complaints and I’m not sure if it relates to doctor or the company. One- no anesthesiologist so I got twilight juice which messes my whole system up for the week- seriously wiped me out. And the nurse told me they don’t know but a week ahead of time when Anes. will be there which is odd to me. Two- I had a lot of anxiety since I’ve never had this procedure or anything else that involves IVs in over twenty years and they left me in a room for an hour with no phone or magazine. That sucked. I was so anxious and uncomfortable and there was nothing to distract me. Also the doctor left without giving me an update with how minor surgery went which was weird and a little off putting. That being said, procedure went well and I had no pain I just didn’t feel all that taken care of at this particular appointment. But everyone else I know has had an awesome experience at this GI center so maybe it was just an off day.
Everyone was really friendly, and dr Rosenblatt was the best. She was very informative about my procedure and outcome
4378
Total Reviews
4.9
Average Rating