What is an EGD?

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Dr. Leon J. Yoder, gastroenterologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, explains that an EGD is an endoscope used to look into the esophagus, stomach and small intestine. The tool helps identify abnormalities such as tumors, ulcers, obstructions and inflammation.