Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
Gastrointestinal endoscopic mucosal resection
Endoscopic mucosal resection is a treatment used to remove precancerous or cancerous cells in the oesophagus or stomach
What is a mucosal resection?
It is sometimes carried out to remove precancerous or early stage cancerous growths in this area.
Our expert gastroenterologists are able to assist to support your recovery through diagnosis and mucosal resection treatment.
Need to know
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What happens during treatment? icon plus
The procedure can be carried out under deep sedation or general anaesthetic. Your consultant surgeon may then do the following: - Once you are asleep or sedated, an endoscope (small tube with a camera on the end) will be passed down your throat. - A fluid is injected around the cancerous cells using the endoscope.
This area will then be more visible compared to other tissue cells. Your consultant will remove the damaged tissue by EMR, which usually involves a small rubber band being placed over the area before removal with an electrified wire. The procedure normally lasts around 30 minutes. -
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Your consultant will explain the procedure and answer any questions you might have. In order to prepare you may be asked to:
- Provide your consultant with detailed information on your medical history. This can include previous surgeries, other conditions you might have and any medication you are taking.
- Follow advice on food and drink intake prior to the procedure. -
After treatment icon plus
Immediately after EMR you will remain in hospital until the anaesthetic has worn off. When your consultant is satisfied you will be allowed to go home.
It is likely they will recommend you avoid certain activities like driving for at least 24 hours. You may experience slight side effects as a result of sedation. This can include nausea, tiredness and/or a sore throat.
Your consultant will arrange a follow-up appointment with you as part of your recovery process.
Our upper GI consultants
We're proud to work with leading gastrointestinal consultants who specialise in the upper region of the gastrointestinal system including the oesophagus and stomach, and whose skills are matched by their integrity and compassion.
Our locations
From complex gastric surgery to diagnostic tests and endoscopic procedures, we provide exceptional gastrointestinal care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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The Portland Hospital
205 - 209 Great Portland Street
London W1W 5AH
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London Digestive Health
2nd Floor
41 Welbeck Street
London W1G 8DU
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
Contact us about our upper GI services
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced upper GI consultants.