Why Do I Need an Endocrinologic Test for My Gastric Surgery?

Endocrinologic tests are often performed prior to gastric surgery.

Gastric surgery is a serious matter. Doctors must be cautious and as well-informed as possible before proceeding with the surgery. Doctors will often run endocrinology related tests in advance.

Endocrinology

Becomehealthynow.com describes endocrinology as studying how the body produces hormones, which affect how the rest of the body functions, including the gastric system.

Hormones

The endocrinologic system has cells in the gastroenterological track that produce hormones that create digestive fluids.

Endocrine Diseases to Be Aware of Before Gastric Surgery

Endojournals.org describes endocrine diseases that affect the gastrointestinal track. Doctors must be aware of any such diseases present before surgery.

Some Conditions Prohibit Gastric Surgery

A patient found to have endocrine-related disease may not be allowed to have gastric surgery, depending on the specifics of the case.

Diabetes Issues

Journal.diabetes.org reports that diabetes, an endocrinological disorder, is not uncommon in patients with intestinal issues. If a patient has not been diagnosed with diabetes she must be tested to determine if it is present before gastric surgery may be performed.

References

• Becomehealthynow.com: The Endocrine System
• Edrv.endojournals.org: Endocrinological Disorders and Celiac Disease
• Journal.diabetes.org: Diabetes and the Gastrointestinal Tract

Resources

• Weill Cornell Medical College: Type 2 Diabetes May Be Caused by Intestinal Dysfunction