Medication-induced sedation administered intravenously. Unlike general anesthesia (with artificial respiration), here the patient breathes independently but is asleep and does not feel pain or anxiety.
Colonoscopy - Diagnosis and management of lower digestive system diseases, focusing on the rectum, large intestine, and small intestine.
Endoscopic examination focusing on the last 50 cm of the lower large intestine and rectum (rectal and anal area).
Gastroscopy - Diagnosis and management of upper digestive system diseases, focusing on the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.
The Bravo test is performed during a gastroscopy - involving the implantation of a tiny capsule with a sensor to monitor esophageal acidity.