Gastroscopy is generally harmless, but there is a risk of complications such as laryngospasm and damage to the mucous membrane of the throat.
Gastroscopy is a commonly used examination method in gastroenterology, which involves inserting a soft, thin, camera-enclosed tube through the mouth into the esophagus, stomach and duodenum for observation. Through gastroscopy, the physician can visually observe the condition of the part of the patient to be examined, and the patient should be appropriately fasted before performing gastroscopy, which is generally harmless to the human body.
Gastroscopy itself is an invasive operation, so there is a possibility of complications such as aspiration pneumonia, laryngospasm, damage to the mucous membrane of the throat and perforation of the digestive tract.
Patients who need to undergo gastroscopy are advised to go to the gastroenterology department of a regular hospital for detailed consultation.