Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology – digestive system health

Gastroenterology deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system - esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, bile and pancreas. Early symptoms are often ignored, but with a timely gastroenterological examination, it is possible to detect serious diseases in the initial stage.

When to visit a gastroenterologist?

For frequent abdominal pain, heartburn and bloating

For nausea, vomiting or problems swallowing

For changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, blood in the stool)

Due to unexplained loss of appetite or weight

In case of suspicion of gastritis, ulcer, food intolerance or allergy

In case of a family history of digestive system diseases (e.g. colon cancer)

For preventive examinations after the age of 50 or as recommended by a doctor

Gastroenterology Split at the Matulić Polyclinic

A gastroenterological examination includes a conversation with a doctor, a clinical examination, and, if necessary, additional diagnostic methods such as gastroscopy and colonoscopy - often with anesthesia or sedation for a more comfortable experience.

Within the gastroenterology department, we offer:

Specialist gastroenterological examination

Laboratory and ultrasound treatment of abdominal organs

Gastroscopy and colonoscopy under sedation

Diagnosis and treatment of gastritis, GERD, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and other digestive disorders

Nutrition and digestive health counseling

Internists, gastroenterologists, make a diagnosis and provide treatment based on a specialist examination and abdominal ultrasound, and if necessary, endoscopic examinations.

Colonoscopy with and without anesthesia

a method by which problems of the colon and rectum are observed with an optical instrument and, if necessary, a biopsy and removal of colon polyps is performed.

When to go for a colonoscopy?

unexplained pain in the abdominal area
check-ups for ulcerative colitis
blood in the stool
alternating diarrhea and constipation over a long period of time
unexplained anemia or weight loss

Gastroscopy with and without anesthesia

Gastroscopy - a search that examines the esophagus, stomach and the first part of the small intestine. During the examination, it is also possible to perform a test for the stomach bacteria Helicobacter pylori.