MedicalTerminology DB

Meaning of gastroscope: A thin, tube-like instrument used to examine the inside of the stomach.

Definition of gastroscope

A thin, tube-like instrument used to examine the inside of the stomach. A gastroscope has a light and a lens for viewing and may have a tool to remove tissue.

How gastroscope is built

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  • gastr/o Combining form · Greek stomach
  • -scope Suffix · Greek instrument for viewing

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Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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