Role of Upper Gastrointestinal Biopsy to Evaluate Dyspepsia in the Adult Patient in the Absence of Visible Mucosal Lesions
Publication Date: October 1, 2015
Last Updated: September 2, 2022
Summary of Recommendations from the AGA Guideline on Upper-GI Biopsies to Evaluate Adult Dyspepsia
Esophagus
In patients undergoing EGD for dyspepsia as the sole indication, the AGA recommends against obtaining routine biopsies of the normal-appearing esophagus or GE junction regardless of immune status. ( Very Low , Strong )
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Title
Role of Upper Gastrointestinal Biopsy to Evaluate Dyspepsia in the Adult Patient in the Absence of Visible Mucosal Lesions
Authoring Organization
American Gastroenterological Association