Endoscopic procedures include colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, gastroscopy, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Please note, not all Interior Health hospitals are equipped to provide all types of endoscopy procedures; discuss with your physician for more information. Learn more about surgery in Interior Health or ambulatory care in Interior Health.
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ERCP Patient Discharge Information
ERCP Patient Discharge Information
Colonoscopy Patient Discharge Information
Colonoscopy Patient Discharge Information
Gastroscopy Patient Discharge Information
Gastroscopy Patient Discharge Information
Sigmoidoscopy Patient Discharge Information
Sigmoidoscopy Patient Discharge Information
Colonoscopy Patient Information
Colonoscopy Patient Information
ERCP Patient Information
ERCP Patient Information
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Conscious Sedation for Endoscopy
Conscious Sedation for Endoscopy
Gastroscopy Patient Information
Gastroscopy Patient Information
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Is a referral required?
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