Patient Resources

For patients who are scheduled for procedures at Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center or Plains Regional Medical Center, see below for the procedure name you are scheduled for (such as Colonoscopy) and then choose the prep your provider has prescribed for you to use for more details. For other locations, please ask your provider or call the office for your prep instructions.

Colonoscopy

This study looks at your entire large intestine. It is done using a flexible tube with a light and small camera. Colonoscopies are used to look for any changes of the intestines, such as polyps, cancer or irritated issues that may be causing your symptoms.

For general information about what to expect if you are scheduled for a colonoscopy, we have a general guide that will give you more information about the procedure, how to prepare for it and use the prep correctly, and provide answers to commonly asked questions.

Upper Endoscopy (EGD)

An upper endoscopy (or EGD) is a study to look at the upper part of the GI tract, including the esophagus, stomach and part of the small intestine.

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

Similar to a colonoscopy, this study is used to view the lower part of the large intestine, including the rectum and sigmoid colon, and sometimes part of the descending colon, to identify changes.

Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy

This study requires the patient to swallow a capsule about the size of a large pill containing a very small camera. It allows your provider to view your small intestine and take photos of any changes.

ERCP

Combining endoscopy with the use of a flexible tube and x-rays, this procedure diagnoses problems of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts or pancreas.

Endoscopic Ultrasound

This procedure also uses both endoscopy and ultrasound to create detailed pictures of internal organs in your chest, abdomen or pelvis.