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Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit

The unit

High definition for detection. Expertise for treatment.

The Digestive Endoscopy Unit offers specialist care for the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, ranging from prevention to highly complex cases. It combines state-of-the-art technology with expert judgement to ensure accurate and safe decisions.

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Dr Javier Aranda Hernández
Head of the unit

Dr Javier Aranda Hernández

Specialist in
  • High-quality endoscopy in cancer prevention and the early detection of lesions

  • Resection of early-stage tumours of the digestive tract

  • Advanced therapeutic endoscopy, oncological endoscopy and minimally invasive endoscopic surgery

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Medical team

Our specialists

Dr Marta Cruz Aparicio

Dr Marta Cruz Aparicio

Specialist in
  • Hepatobiliary and pancreatic pathology.
  • Endoscopic staging of gastric, colorectal and pancreatic cancer.
  • Diagnostic endoscopic ultrasound and fine-needle aspiration of pancreatic lesions
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Dr Marta Barceló López

Dr Marta Barceló López

Specialist in
  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and its complications.

  • Eosinophilic oesophagitis.

  • Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.

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Dr Ana Isabel Romero Reina

Dr Ana Isabel Romero Reina

Specialist in
  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and its complications.
  • Functional oesophageal disorders
  • Gastroscopy and colonoscopy
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Dr Malena García Arredondo

Dr Malena García Arredondo

Specialist in
  • Disorders of the gut-brain axis (Irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia).
  • Intestinal dysbiosis and alterations in intestinal permeability.
  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.
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Patient information

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit

Diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy

The Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit at the Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital, which forms part of the Gastroenterology Department, specialises in the endoscopic examination of the gastrointestinal tract, offering both diagnostic and therapeutic services for both general and complex gastrointestinal conditions.

Its care model is based on expert medical judgement, the precise indication for each procedure and person-centred care, ensuring safety and support at every stage of the process.

Expert endoscopic assessment Gastrointestinal endoscopy plays a key role in the early detection, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions. An expert assessment makes it possible to identify when there is a genuine risk, select the appropriate examination and obtain reliable information to inform clinical decision-making.

The Unit treats patients who require an endoscopic assessment due to persistent digestive symptoms, abnormalities detected in previous tests, or as part of prevention and follow-up programmes.

It also deals with complex gastrointestinal conditions that require advanced techniques and careful planning of the procedure at every stage of the clinical process.

The aim is to provide an accurate diagnostic and therapeutic response, tailored to each individual situation, whilst avoiding unnecessary investigations and ensuring a safe and controlled environment from the very first point of contact.

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Which conditions may require endoscopic investigation or treatment

The Digestive Endoscopy Unit specialises in treating a wide range of digestive problems that require accurate assessment and, in many cases, targeted endoscopic treatment.

The conditions investigated and treated include, amongst others:

  • Prevention and early detection of gastrointestinal cancer

  • Polyps and pre-malignant lesions of the digestive tract

  • Gastrointestinal haemorrhage and anaemia of gastrointestinal origin

  • Inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract

  • Stenosis and obstructions of the oesophagus, stomach or colon

  • Biliary tract disorders

  • Diseases of the pancreas requiring advanced endoscopic investigation

Each condition is assessed on a case-by-case basis, with the aim of determining the most appropriate technique for each case and providing a safe diagnostic or therapeutic solution, based on medical judgement and support throughout the entire process.

High definition for early and reliable diagnosis.
High definition for early and reliable diagnosis.

How each case is assessed and the course of action decided

Each case begins with an individualised clinical assessment, based on active listening, a detailed review of the patient’s medical history and an analysis of the available test results.

The decision to perform an endoscopy is based on expert medical judgement, selecting the most appropriate technique according to the diagnostic or therapeutic objective.

The process is explained clearly and comprehensively, with ample time set aside to address any queries and facilitate informed decisions, within a framework of continuous support before, during and after the procedure.

Advanced endoscopic procedures

The unit carries out diagnostic and therapeutic gastroscopy and colonoscopy, polyp resection, endoscopic treatment of bleeding, dilation of strictures and the placement of gastrointestinal stents.

It also offers advanced techniques such as echoendoscopy and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, which are used in the investigation and treatment of diseases of the bile ducts and the pancreas.

All procedures are carried out using advanced endoscopic equipment and in accordance with strict safety protocols, with each procedure tailored to the patient’s clinical condition and individual needs.

When to treat and when to monitor Not all lesions or findings require immediate treatment. The value of advanced endoscopy lies in knowing when to intervene and when to opt for follow-up, thereby avoiding unnecessary procedures and always prioritising the actual clinical benefit.

Advanced endoscopy with a caring and personalised approach

Care at the Digestive Endoscopy Unit is based on the expertise of specialists in the digestive system who are trained in advanced endoscopy and the management of complex digestive conditions.

Each procedure is carefully planned, taking into account the specific clinical situation and the individual needs of each patient.

Work is carried out in coordination with other units within the Gastroenterology Department and, where the case requires it, with other specialist departments at the hospital, enabling us to provide a comprehensive overview and make well-informed clinical decisions.

Throughout the entire process — from the referral for the test to the subsequent follow-up — we prioritise support, clear information and respect for the time needed to understand, decide and carry out each procedure safely and with confidence.

Specialist assessment in gastrointestinal endoscopy

When an endoscopic examination or a gastrointestinal diagnosis is indicated, the Unit provides an expert assessment to confirm the indication and plan the procedure in accordance with criteria for safety and diagnostic accuracy.

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