Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE) is a specialized endoscopic procedure used to examine and treat conditions of the small intestine that are difficult to access with traditional scopes. Dr. Harshad Joshi offers this advanced diagnostic service in Mumbai to investigate complex gastrointestinal symptoms.
This procedure is especially useful in patients with chronic diarrhoea, obscure GI bleeding, Crohn’s disease, or suspected tumors. It involves two balloons, one on the endoscope and one on an overtube, which alternately inflate to allow deep navigation of the intestine.
Double balloon enteroscopy enables not only visualization but also tissue sampling, polyp removal, and therapeutic interventions during the same session. It is a valuable tool in evaluating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), particularly when standard tests do not yield conclusive results.
The technique is safe, minimally invasive, and highly effective in diagnosing elusive conditions. It often prevents the need for exploratory surgery.
For advanced gastrointestinal diagnostics, including double balloon enteroscopy, book your appointment with Dr. Harshad Joshi in Mumbai.
