In order to formulate a treatment plan, a diagnosis needs to be established. Several gastrointestinal procedures are available to assist in making a diagnosis. After a consultation, Dr. Matt Eidem will perform or order the tests which he feels will be best suited for making a diagnosis. He will then collect and review the data and determine the best treatment plan.
Dr. Eidem primarily uses three diagnostic endoscopic procedures including colonoscopy procedure, EGD and capsule endoscopy along with several imaging studies and the clinical history to make a diagnosis (use the links below to learn more about the endoscopic procedures which Dr. Eidem performs)
A Colonoscopy is a procedure performed to directly visualize the lining of the colon and rectum using a flexible scope with a camera and a light on the end of it. Colonoscopy is the best way to screen for and identify colon cancer. The Frisco and Plano TX colonoscopy specialist, Matthew Eidem, M.D., explains...
An EGD (Upper Endoscopy) is a procedure performed to directly visualize the lining of the esophagus, stomach and 1st part of the small intestine (duodenum) using a flexible scope with a camera and a light on the end of it. This scope provides the images to Dr. Eidem on a monitor for his evaluation, and allows the Plano...
Hemorrhoid Banding is a non-surgical procedure that treats internal hemorrhoids. This procedure is quick and patients should not experience any pain. Also, it should be noted that this differs from over the counter medications that provide temporary relief (e.g. Preparation H) by leading...
A Capsule Endoscopy is a painless procedure that does not require sedation and uses a small PillCam to visualize the lining of the small intestine. This small PillCam helps Dr. Eidem determine the cause of many unresolved symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, bleeding or anemia.