When can endoscopic examination be contraindicated?

Endoscopic examinations (gastroscopy and colonoscopy) are safe and highly informative diagnostic methods. However, in some diseases and conditions, their outpatient treatment may be limited or contraindicated.

Before the study, be sure to tell your doctor if you have or have previously had:

• myocardial infarction, stroke, transient ischemic attack, and also if less than 6 months have passed after coronary artery stenting;
• severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with a high risk of complications;
• marked decrease in the contractile function of the heart;
• chronic renal failure of stage V;
• pathological obesity (body mass index of 40 kg/m2 or more);
• blood diseases accompanied by clotting disorders or an increased tendency to bleeding;
• pregnancy at any time;
• dementia.

Contraindications to endosyncratic studies

IMPORTANT

The presence of one of these conditions does not always mean that the study is impossible.  In each case, the doctor assesses the general condition of the patient, possible risks and makes a decision:

• about the possibility of conducting research;
• the need for additional examination;
• choosing the safest conditions for its implementation (outpatient or in a hospital setting).

Before the study, be sure to inform your doctor:

• about all chronic diseases;
• surgeries and cardiovascular events;
• medications taken, especially those affecting blood clotting;
• pregnancy or its possible presence;
• any features of the state of health that may affect the conduct of the study.

The final decision on the possibility of an endoscopic examination is made by a doctor based on medical indications, the patient's condition and an assessment of possible risks.