Endoscopy (Upper GI)

Indications and procedures for OGD (Oesophago-Gastro-Duodenoscopy).

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
GastroenterologySurgery

Clinical Guidelines

NICE guideline [CG141]: Acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding in over 16s
National
British Society of Gastroenterology position statement on patient experience of GI endoscopy
Local
NICE guideline [CG64]: Prophylaxis against infective endocarditis
Local
NICE guideline [CG64]: Prophylaxis against infective endocarditis (HIS reprint)
Local
Role of gastrointestinal endoscopy in the screening of digestive tract cancers in high-risk groups: ESGE Position Statement
Local