Unsedated Transnasal Endoscopy (TNE)
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Gastroenterology
One of the Few Places in the Nation Offering TNE
Children with conditions of the esophagus often need a test called an “upper endoscopy." In children and adults, these tests usually require general anesthesia, which means a day at the hospital and food restrictions — plus a lot of coordination for families.
We offer a test called an “unsedated GI transnasal endoscopy,” where kids 10 and older can now have their endoscopy in an outpatient setting. That’s because with a TNE, our Nemours gastroenterologist (GI doctor) uses a local anesthetic and the camera travels through the nose.
The benefits of a TNE as compared to a sedated endoscopy include:
- Zero risks from general anesthesia — and no IV needle
- One hour average time from set-up to going home
- Two hours of food limits instead of the usual nine or more
- 60% lower cost (approximately) than a traditional endoscopy
Why Choose Nemours for TNE
Our gastroenterologists are experts in GI care for kids.
- Board-certified and fellowship-trained to provide care specifically for children of all ages, from newborns to 18-year-olds
- Coordinated testing and care on-site from our experts in allergy and immunology
- Registered dietitians with special training in the needs of kids with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)
- Programs and clinical trials led by GI experts with decades of experience caring for children
- TNE appointments usually scheduled within one week of your call
Questions? Email us at: eoeorlando@nemours.org