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Gastroenterology consultation with an African patient

Specialised medicine

Gastroenterology

A complete assessment of digestive, liver and bile duct disorders.

About the specialty

Gastroenterology treats diseases of the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, bile ducts and pancreas.

The gastroenterologist relies on clinical examination, laboratory tests, imaging and endoscopy. Polycrabat Sevamed coordinates tests, treatment and referral to digestive surgery when it is needed.

Main conditions treated

  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux and ulcers
  • Inflammatory bowel diseases
  • Liver diseases and hepatitis
  • Gallstones
  • Chronic digestive disorders
  • Screening for polyps and colorectal cancer

Tests, techniques and procedures

The techniques used and their indication are decided by the doctor, case by case. As a general guide:

  • Upper and lower digestive endoscopy
  • Abdominal ultrasound and CT
  • Liver function tests
  • Samples for analysis depending on the indication

The patient pathway

  1. 01
    Consultation and assessmentReview of the file, symptoms and tests already performed.
  2. 02
    Referral to a specialistChoice of the most appropriate discipline and doctor.
  3. 03
    Additional testsLaboratory tests, imaging or investigations depending on the medical indication.
  4. 04
    Treatment and careTreatment plan defined by the medical team.
  5. 05
    Hospital stay if necessaryStay and monitoring when the patient’s condition requires it.
  6. 06
    Follow-up and referring doctorRelevant information is sent to the doctor in the home country.

A multidisciplinary approach

The gastroenterologist works with the digestive surgeon, the radiologist and, in case of a tumour, the oncologist.

Health Info guides

Key facts to understand tests and treatments before discussing them with your doctor.

All Health Info guides

See also

International patients

Polycrabat Sevamed supports patients coming from abroad: file review, referral to a specialist, scheduling appointments, hospitalisation, coordination of the medical stay and continuity with the doctor in the home country.

Second medical opinion

Have you already received a treatment proposal? You can send your medical file so that it can be referred to the expertise suited to your situation.

No automated diagnosis and no guaranteed timeframe: the file is reviewed by the medical team concerned.

The information on this page is general and does not replace a doctor’s advice. The indication for a test, treatment or procedure is decided by the doctor after reviewing the file and examining the patient.

A question? Need medical guidance?

Our teams are here to support you and direct you to the care suited to your situation.