gastroscope
noun [ C ] medical specialized uk/ˈɡæs.trə.skəʊp/ us/ˈɡæs.trə.skoʊp/
胃镜
a long, thin medical device that is used to examine the inside of the stomach
A special instrument called a gastroscope is put in the mouth and passed down into the stomach. 一个叫做胃镜的特殊工具从口腔置入，下行到胃部。
The gastroscope is fitted with a tiny camera that allows the doctor to see the stomach lining. 胃镜上装有一个微小的摄像机，让医生可以看到胃的内壁。
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- The gastroscope was withdrawn into the esophagus.
- A gastroscope is inserted into the stomach and air insufflated.
- Abnormal tissue seen in a gastroscope examination will be biopsied by the surgeon.