Wiki EGD vs Upper GI

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Upper GI is a blanket term for upper endoscopy. EGD (EsophagoGastroDuodenoscopy) is an upper GI where the scope is advanced to the duodenum and/or jejunum. Helpful?

Sandy Zimmicky, CPC, CGCS
Henry Ford Health System
Detroit, Michigan
 
I think sometimes the wording "upper GI" is also referring to the radiological test involving swallowing barium. I have seen providers write "upper GI endoscopy", in which they are referring to an EGD.
 
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