Oriximiná Regional Hospital performs over 750 endoscopy and colonoscopy exams in 2025

The Oriximiná Menino Jesus Regional Hospital (HRMJ), in the Northern Channel region, has already performed 764 endoscopy and colonoscopy exams between January and October 2025. These procedures are essential for investigating and preventing diseases of the digestive system, contributing to more accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.

Among the patients benefited is Raimundo Nonato Barbosa Costa, 59 years old, a resident of Curuá. The fisherman was referred to undergo an endoscopy after experiencing stomach pain. "I felt pain, burning, heartburn, and poor digestion, so the doctor in Curuá referred me for the endoscopy exam. There was no delay in scheduling, and here we are well received," Raimundo said.

Endoscopist Dr. Ana Victória Lima explains that both endoscopy and colonoscopy are essential exams for the diagnosis and prevention of gastrointestinal diseases. "Upper digestive endoscopy evaluates the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Colonoscopy examines the large intestine and the rectal area," she detailed.

According to the doctor, the indication for exams varies according to age and symptoms presented by patients. "Endoscopy is recommended for people over 40 years old or who present symptoms such as burning, gastroesophageal reflux, or difficulty swallowing. Colonoscopy is indicated from 45 years old, especially in cases of blood in the stool, anemia, changes in stool shape, or weight loss," Ana Victória explained.

In addition to diagnosis, the exams also allow for therapeutic procedures. "Currently, we have very advanced methods. It is possible, for example, to remove lesions during endoscopy or colonoscopy, something that was previously only possible through surgery," concluded the doctor.

Reference in health in the Northern Channel

With more than a year of full operation, the Oriximiná Menino Jesus Regional Hospital (HRMJ) is a reference in health in the Northern Channel region. The unit has 26 inpatient beds, 16 reception beds, and an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), providing comprehensive, free, and humanized assistance to the population.

The hospital is 100% SUS and has a multidisciplinary team made up of nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, speech therapy, nutrition, psychology, and social service professionals, ensuring safe and quality care for users of the public health system.

Text: Uéliton Martins