Endoscopic Ultrasonography

EUS is ultrasound of inside structures encompassing the GI parcel with the assistance of an endoscope. EUS gives great goal of pancreas, biliary framework and the mediastinum.

EUS is performed by oral course after cognizant sedation.

During EUS, test can be taken from the hubs in mediastinum, growth of pancreas and bile pipe. With the assistance of endoscopic ultrasound different assortments can be depleted inside in the stomach or rectum and the significant medical procedures can be stayed away from.

Indications of EUS are

• Sampling of chest and abdominal nodes, adrenal gland
• Evaluation of dilated CBD without known cause
• Sampling of mass in pancreas or CBD
• Drainage of perirectal and peripancreatic collection
• Celiac plexus block for pain relief in patients with chronic pancreatitis
• Celiac plexus neurolysis for pain relief in patients with pancreatic cancer
• Stent placement in CBD or liver in case of failed ERCP