LDHC is an independent ASC that has been providing gastrointestinal care for Laredo and its surrounding communities for the past seven years. Our experienced staff is committed to excellence and dedicated to offer first class service. We offer Colonoscopies and upper endoscopies for both prevention and treatment of digestive diseases, Paracentesis (removal of abdominal fluid) and High level of sedation, anesthesia by a certified anesthetist.
We have performed over 20,000 procedure in the past 6 1/2 years. Above national average of Adenoma (precancerous) detection rate and removal of these polyps. Our goal is to bring a the best health care for you and work efficiently to give you same day results of procedure findings. LDHC works side-by-side with pathology group MIRACA which specializes in gastrointestinal specimen readings and timely reports.
We have performed over 20,000 procedure in the past 6 1/2 years. Above national average of Adenoma (precancerous) detection rate and removal of these polyps. Our goal is to bring a the best health care for you and work efficiently to give you same day results of procedure findings. LDHC works side-by-side with pathology group MIRACA which specializes in gastrointestinal specimen readings and timely reports.
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Laredo Digestive Health Center is located at Northtown Professional Plaza is physician owned, independent Endoscopy Center that provides Gastrointestinal services to Laredo and surroundings communities. Dr. Elsa Canales and LDHC staff are dedicated to provide the highest quality care to all their patients.
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Be prepared to be at LDHC for approximately 2-3 hours, this includes registration, pre-op preparation, procedure time, recovery time and discharge. An escort- someone who will be readily available to pick you or stay at the facility and is responsible to drive you home. Due to anesthesia you will receive you will not be allowed to drive home.
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Colonoscopy screening procedure by Dr. Monte D. Allen(+) explaining symptoms, risks and how to prevent colon cancer, in this video Dr. Allen is removing polyps during the screening with a simple procedure, the patient is completely under anesthesia without feeling any pain during the colonoscopy.
Some of these symptoms are found early in the course of colon cancer and some are found later in the coarse os the disease, Some of these symptoms are vague, and can have other causes.Talk to you physician or GI specialist about any changes you experience.
Some of these symptoms are found early in the course of colon cancer and some are found later in the coarse os the disease, Some of these symptoms are vague, and can have other causes.Talk to you physician or GI specialist about any changes you experience.
Upper Endoscopy
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Upper endoscopy enables the physician to look inside the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine) The procedure might be used to discover the reason for swallowing difficulties, nausea, vomiting, reflux, bleeding, indigestion, abdominal pain, or chest pain. Upper endoscopy is also called EGD, which stands for esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
Colonoscopy
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The colon is a hollow tube that starts at the end of the small intestine and ends at the rectum and anus. For the colonoscopy, you will lie on your left side on the examination table. You will be given pain medication and a moderate sedative to keep you comfortable and help you relax during the exam.
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