A gastroscopy is a test that looks at the inside of your food pipe (oesophagus), stomach and the first part of your small intestine (small bowel).

You have several tests to diagnose stomach cancer. This includes a test to look inside your stomach called a gastroscopy. It's also known as endoscopy.

Feb 18, 2025 · They screen using a test which looks inside your stomach (gastroscopy). Researchers are also looking at other ways of screening. People at higher risk of stomach …

Screening for oesophageal cancer There is no national screening programme for oesophageal cancer in the UK. But people who are at higher risk of developing oesophageal cancer have …

What is Barrett’s oesophagus? Barrett’s oesophagus means that some cells in the lining of your food pipe (oesophagus) have started to change. In a small number of people these cells may …

What is gastro oesophageal junction cancer? Gastro oesophageal junction (GOJ) cancer starts where your food pipe (oesophagus) joins your stomach. It’s also called oesophago gastric …

Referral to a specialist for symptoms of stomach cancer Your GP should arrange for you to see a specialist or have tests if you have symptoms that could be due to stomach cancer. This is …

Referral to a specialist for symptoms of oesophageal cancer Your GP should arrange for you to see a specialist if you have symptoms that could be due to oesophageal cancer. Depending …

Capsule endoscopy A capsule endoscopy is a test that looks at the inside of your bowel. This is also called a video capsule endoscopy. You might have a capsule endoscopy if you have …

Capsule sponge testing has the potential to improve patient experience and endoscopy (including gastroscopy) capacity. Studies are underway across the UK to evaluate capsule sponge …