esophagogastroduodenoscopy en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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- /ɪˌsɑ.fə.ɡoʊˌɡæ.stɹoʊˌdu.oʊ.dəˈnɑ.skə.pi/ (US)
Etymology
From esophago- + gastro- + duodenoscopy.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A medical procedure in which a endoscope is inserted through the mouth to visually examine the esophagus, stomach, and the duodenum, typically used to diagnose or sometimes treat conditions affecting the upper gastrointestinal tract.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| oesophagogastroduodenoscopy | UK, alternative | lexicographic | |
| EGD | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic | |
| esophagogastroduodenoscopies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |