Gastroenterology is the clinical department for the diagnosis and treatment of digestive system diseases, covering functional and organic disorders of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and peritoneum. Digestive diseases are numerous in type with overlapping symptoms; the department combines precise endoscopic techniques with systematic pharmacotherapy to provide integrated services from diagnosis to treatment. Scope of Services and Common Conditions The department's main clinical scope includes: chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease; functional dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome; acute and chronic enteritis and inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis); viral hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis and its complications; acute and chronic pancreatitis; biliary tract diseases; and screening and minimally invasive endoscopic treatment of early gastrointestinal cancer. For digestive symptoms including abdominal pain, bloating, acid reflux, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, hematochezia and jaundice, the department provides standardized diagnosis and treatment. Specialized Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques The core technology of Gastroenterology is digestive endoscopy. The department routinely performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy and capsule endoscopy, and can carry out minimally invasive endoscopic treatments including polypectomy, endoscopic mucosal dissection of early cancer, hemostasis, stricture dilation and foreign body removal, with minimal trauma and rapid recovery. It also conducts Helicobacter pylori testing and eradication therapy, as well as non-invasive assessment of liver fibrosis, providing comprehensive digestive health management for patients. Who Should Visit and Clinic Guide Individuals with long-term irregular eating habits, recurrent stomach discomfort, a family history of gastric or colorectal cancer, or unexplained weight loss, black stools or changes in bowel habits are advised to visit Gastroenterology or undergo endoscopic screening. Before gastroscopy or colonoscopy, patients should follow the physician's instructions for fasting and bowel preparation, and should be accompanied by a family member on the examination day. Adults over 40 are advised to undergo regular screening for early gastrointestinal cancer. Clinic Notes Seek medical attention promptly when hematemesis, black stools, severe abdominal pain or persistent jaundice occurs; do not delay. Patients with chronic liver disease should abstain from alcohol and undergo regular follow-up of liver function and imaging examinations to prevent complications. Early gastrointestinal cancer detected and treated early has a favorable prognosis, making regular screening highly significant. Department Features and Advantages. Gastroenterology centers on endoscopic techniques to achieve early detection, early diagnosis and early treatment of digestive diseases. Painless gastrointestinal endoscopy reduces discomfort during examination, and minimally invasive endoscopic treatment offers small trauma and rapid recovery. The department provides standardized long-term management for Helicobacter pylori infection and inflammatory bowel disease, helping patients stabilize their condition and prevent relapse, and places strong emphasis on screening for early gastrointestinal cancer, significantly improving prognosis. Daily Prevention and Health Advice. Caring for the digestive tract begins with dietary habits. It is recommended to maintain regular meals, chew slowly, reduce spicy, irritating, pickled and smoked foods, and limit alcohol intake. Seek medical attention promptly for recurrent abdominal pain, acid reflux, heartburn, changes in bowel habits or unexplained weight loss. Adults over 40 should undergo regular gastrointestinal endoscopy, and those with a family history of gastrointestinal tumors should begin screening earlier. Appointments and Friendly Reminders. Patients can book appointments for the corresponding specialty outpatient clinics through the hospital website, by phone or on this platform. Please bring your ID, previous medical records and recent examination reports when visiting, and truthfully inform the physician of your current medications, allergies and past medical history so that an individualized plan can be developed. For special examinations requiring fasting, bladder filling or bowel preparation, please prepare strictly according to the physician's instructions in advance to ensure accurate results. The department implements a first-visit responsibility system, establishing health management records for you and providing continuous services from outpatient care, examination and treatment to follow-up. If you have any questions, please feel free to consult the hospital's in-house guidance desk or online customer service. We will wholeheartedly provide you with attentive, professional medical services, and we wish you a speedy recovery. |
