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What is an endoscopy?

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What is an endoscopy?

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An upper GI endoscopy is a procedure that utilizes an internal camera to look at the throat, esophagus or stomach; this requires the use of sedation. Otolaryngologist Jonathan Aviv, MD, explains the endoscopy procedure and its risks.

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