Overall, the episode not only traces the development of endoscopic technology but also answers frequently asked questions from patients, offering a practical guide to digestive health. It advocates for greater awareness around endoscopic examinations and promotes the health concept of “early detection and early treatment.”Timestamps:00:58 – Dr. Tang introduces the work of the endoscopy center and the origin of the term "endoscope"01:41 – Overview of gastroscopy (mouth to duodenum) and colonoscopy (rectum to ileocecal junction); highlights that the small intestine is not fully accessible03:38 – Analysis of common digestive tract diseases; emphasizes endoscopy’s diagnostic accuracy05:34 – Case study illustrating characteristics of familial polyposis; showcases the dual diagnostic and therapeutic function of endoscopy08:36 – A brief history of endoscopic technology: from 19th-century rigid scopes to modern electronic flexible scopes13:28 – Comparison between China and the U.S. in terms of screening practices; explains why digestive tract cancer screening is critical in China20:30 – Explanation of H. pylori testing methods; recommends the breath test and explores its correlation with gastric cancerGuestDr. Tang Yan holds a Master’s degree in Surgery from Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University and is an attending physician with years of clinical experience in top-tier hospitals. She specializes in the diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of gastrointestinal diseases via endoscopy. Her expertise includes the endoscopic treatment of benign lesions and early-stage cancers using advanced techniques such as Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) and Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR).Dr. Tang also has significant experience in endoscopic procedures for biliary and pancreatic diseases, including proficiency in ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) and related treatments like bile duct stone removal and stent placement.Beyond clinical practice, she is active in academic exchange and research, focusing on the clinical translation of emerging endoscopic techniques and devices. She is widely respected in her field for her technical skill and commitment to improving patient care.

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