Gastroenterology

First of all, as in other medical specialties that involve the care and treatment of complex systems, gastroenterology has different branches of study:

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Basically, it is the harmonious integration between the specialties of gastroenterology and traditional pediatrics. As a result of this fusion, a precise training is acquired for the treatment of gastrointestinal pathologies present in the pediatric population; which differ in a good way to the manifestations that these diseases develop in adults.

In addition, they are specialized professionals not only in the application of various diagnostic tests, but also in the assertive interpretation of the results; consequently, they are able to act in a timely manner for the benefit of the pediatric patient.

Hepatology

On the other hand, hepatic diseases make up a rather complex group to be treated; in which liver, pancreas and gall bladder affections are gathered.

Consequently, whether it is hepatitis in its various manifestations (viral or not), fatty liver, cirrhosis and even metabolic diseases of the liver; are part of the diseases treated by this subspecialty. Likewise, more severe conditions such as liver transplantation and the treatment of tumors or cancer in this type of tissues are some of the main areas of action in which a hepatologist performs.

Digestive endoscopy

Undoubtedly, digestive endoscopy (also called gastroscopy) is a technique used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes; its relevance and field of action continues to expand as new technologies are developed.

For this reason, there are specialists who are dedicated exclusively to the study and treatment applied through an endoscope; with which it is possible to identify all types of pathologies present from the esophagus to the duodenum. Likewise, thanks to the fact that this instrument allows direct visualization and the introduction of components that facilitate the cutting or taking of samples (biopsy), it is extremely useful when it is required, for example, the removal of polyps.

• Colonoscopy. The most effective method to diagnose colon cancer; it consists of introducing the instrument from the rectum and into the colon.
• Enteroscopy. Specific study for the analysis of the small intestine.
• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy. The esophagus, stomach and duodenum are unique structures in the human body that should be analyzed for any problems that may cause digestive bleeding or other complications.
• Rectosigmoidoscopy. It deals with the analysis of the sigmoid colon and rectum to identify diseases in this point of the body.
• Anoscopy. To check in detail problems in the anus and rectum; where it is possible to apply local therapeutic procedures.

Undoubtedly, based on the knowledge of the field of action of this specialty, the gastroenterologist is able to attend all types of situations affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, appendix, rectum and anus.

Firstly, as in other areas of health care, preventive care plays a privileged role both in early detection and in avoiding the development of perfectly avoidable diseases.

In this sense, the moment at which the disease is detected (especially in the presence of complex and/or rapidly evolving cases, such as cancer) is decisive when it comes to increasing the patient's chances and providing him with more precise treatment alternatives.

On the other hand, when your diagnosis is known, a visit to the specialist should become an unavoidable routine.

While the techniques applied will help with the administration of the treatments that the patient needs; it is also possible to permanently monitor the evolution of the clinical case to know how the organism is responding.

Finally, it is also possible to visit the specialist when patients are already advanced and in delicate health conditions. For this, in addition to providing all the professionalism in their area of expertise; also seek the greatest welfare and improve the living conditions of the individual.

To do this, it is likely to work jointly and cooperatively with other disciplines that are part of our medical staff; so that the patient receives a unique and special treatment.