The Role of Endoscopy in the Management of Dyspepsia: Indications, Benefits, Risks, and Considerations in Older Patients and Those with Alarm Features
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Dyspepsia, characterized by epigastric discomfort, postprandial fullness, and early satiety, is a common disorder affecting a significant proportion of the population worldwide. Its management hinges on appropriately distinguishing functional from organic causes—where structural lesions or malignancies may be involved. Endoscopy serves as a crucial diagnostic tool, but its utilization should be guided by patient age and the presence of alarm features to ensure optimal benefit and avoid unnecessary risks. This review discusses current evidence regarding indications, diagnostic yield, and potential complications of endoscopy, emphasizing a risk-based approach tailored to individual clinical profiles.
Authors: Jesús Alberto Lizarraga Castro, Yereny Zamora Rodríguez, Rodrigo Alfonso Graniel Téllez, Ricardo Emanuel Sotomayor Tuquerrez, Genaro Alejandro Trujillo Franco, Brian Giovanny Carrera de la Cruz, Eduardo Espinosa Valdez, José Manuel Gómez Pérez, Instituto Jalisciense de Cirugía Reconstructiva “Dr. José Guerrero-Santos
Institution: Hospitales Regionales de Alta Especialidad
Language: English
Subfield: Gastroenterology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4410416307