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Endoscopy
The endoscopic procedure is a procedure to view internal structures and diagnose and treat illness.
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What is an endoscopy?
Endoscopy allows us to examine the internal structures of your dog or cat without the need for open surgery. Using a small, flexible camera, our team can investigate the gastrointestinal tract, airways, nasal passages, and urinary system in detail — identifying inflammation, abnormal tissue, foreign bodies, and other conditions that wouldn't be visible through external examination alone. Biopsies can be taken at the same time, giving us tissue samples for analysis without an additional procedure.
It's a minimally invasive approach that means less discomfort, faster recovery, and quicker answers for your pet. Endoscopy is often the first step in understanding a complex or unexplained condition — and in some cases, it's both the diagnostic tool and the treatment, allowing us to retrieve foreign objects or address certain issues in a single visit. If your vet has recommended endoscopy or you're waiting on answers for a long-standing digestive or respiratory issue, we're here to help.
What is an endoscopy?
An endoscope is a long, thin and flexible instrument used to perform veterinary endoscopy procedures. The endoscopic procedure is an investigative procedure to view internal structures and diagnose illness. At the end of the tube are a light and a camera so that we can record and take still images of the internal structures for medical reference and your interest. These images are viewed throughout the procedure then saved to your record. Endoscopy is less invasive than surgery and therefore highly recommended.
What can diagnostic endoscopy procedures be used for?
As well as diagnosing illness and disease, diagnostic endoscopy is used to show foreign bodies, tumours and internal structures so that we can differentiate whether the structures are normal or abnormal. More sophisticated veterinarian endoscopes have fibreoptic fibres which conduct the light to the far end, which gives much better illumination. Some endoscopes also have a biopsy facility, where small samples of the skin are removed using forceps to send to external pathology services for further investigation.
Is the use of an endoscope an option for my pet?
Our veterinary surgeons will determine whether or not an endoscopy is an option for your pet, however, some of the following symptoms are suitable for endoscopy.
Difficulty swallowing
Chest pain
Persistent nausea and vomiting
Unexplained weight loss
Vomiting blood
Persistent diarrhoea
Blood in stools
Foreign bodies
Tumours
Once our veterinary surgeon has established a minimally invasive and non surgical endoscopy as an option, we will select the best scope for your pet. This might be one of our rigid endoscopes, or a flexible endoscope. We offer endoscopy to both our regular clients and as an outpatient service.
Endoscopes at Northwest Referrals
Pros/cons of the interventional endoscopy
Pros of endoscopy
- Less surgically invasive
- Real-time imaging
- Ability to record the procedure and take still images
Cons of endoscopy
- An anaesthetic is required
- Specialist knowledge is required so can be more expensive
- Recovery from anaesthetic
Meet Our Referral Team
Meet our highly trained, multidisciplinary referral team, who work together to provide expert care across imaging and surgery. Our clinicians have access to a wide network of specialists in diagnostic imaging, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, and soft tissue surgery, ensuring your pet benefits from advanced expertise at every stage of their care.
They are supported by a dedicated team of 12 qualified veterinary nurses and 6 experienced support staff, all working closely to deliver safe, compassionate, and seamless care. We are also supported by our animal ambulance driver, helping to safely transport patients when needed.
Together, our team is committed to providing the highest standard of veterinary care with kindness, skill, and attention to every patient.
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Our facility
Although we have a state-of-the-art award winning hospital and highly trained staff we can offer our services at much lower costs to our competitors. We are also transparent and fixed price so there are no surprises.
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Transparent pricing. No surprises.
The prices below reflect the full cost of advanced-level diagnostics and treatment at our Wigan facility. Prices are shown all-inclusive of everything so what you see is what you get. No surprises. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
CT Scan
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1-2 Regions
£1,195
Includes sedation or GA, contrast, and report from European Diplomat in Diagnostic Imaging
3-4 Regions
£1,500
Includes sedation or GA, contrast, and report from European Diplomat in Diagnostic Imaging
Full body
£2,000
Includes sedation or GA, contrast, and report from European Diplomat in Diagnostic Imaging
Imaging
Hemilaminectomy (IVDD) (T1-S1)
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This includes all consumables, catheterisation, general anaesthetic, hospitalisation for one night (further days are charged at £250/night).
Plus, a post operative CT scan
£3,995
Neurology
Cruciate Ligament (TPLO)
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This includes pre-operative x-rays, all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
Bilateral TPLO
£4,800
£2,500
Orthopaedics
Total Ear Canal Ablation (TECA) Unilateral
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night. If bilateral it is an extra £800.
£2,000
Soft Tissue
Rhinoplasty & Soft Palate Resection (BOAS)
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
With CT Scan
£3,000
£1,995
Soft Tissue
VBO
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£1,995
Soft Tissue
Complete Perineal Hernia Surgery
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,000
Soft Tissue
Cystotomy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£1,295
Soft Tissue
Foreign Body (Gastric)
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£1,800
Soft Tissue
Foreign Body (Endoscopic Removal)
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£1,000
Soft Tissue
Anal Saculectomy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,500
Soft Tissue
Caudectomy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,000
Soft Tissue
Cherry Eye
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£1,800
Soft Tissue
Enterotomy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,000
Soft Tissue
Enterectomy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£3,000
Soft Tissue
Gastropexy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,500
Soft Tissue
Laryngeal Tie Back
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,500
Soft Tissue
Laparascopic Biopsy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£800
Soft Tissue
Laparascopic Spay
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£500
Soft Tissue
Salivary Mucocele
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,500
Soft Tissue
Splenectomy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,000
Soft Tissue
MRI Scan
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1 Region
£1,495
Includes sedation or GA, contrast, and report from European Diplomat in Diagnostic Imaging
Multiple Regions
£1,895
For both brain or spine, this includes general anaesthetic.
Imaging
Ventral Slot (IVDD) (C1-C7)
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This includes all consumables, catheterisation, general anaesthetic, hospitalisation for one night (further days are charged at £250/night).
Plus, a post operative CT scan
£3,995
Neurology
Spinal Fracture
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This includes all consumables, catheterisation, general anaesthetic, hospitalisation for one night (further days are charged at £250/night).
Plus, a post operative CT scan
£4,500
Neurology
AA Subluxation
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This includes all consumables, catheterisation, general anaesthetic, hospitalisation for one night (further days are charged at £250/night).
Plus, a post operative CT scan
£4,500
Neurology
Pedicel Screw Stabalisation
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This includes all consumables, catheterisation, general anaesthetic, hospitalisation for one night (further days are charged at £250/night).
Plus, a post operative CT scan
£4,500
Neurology
Fracture Repair (Major)
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(Double plate, Y fracture and angular limb deformity) This includes pre-operative x-rays, all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£3,000
Orthopaedics
Patella Luxation
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This includes pre-operative x-rays, all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
With a CT Scan
£3,000
£2,000
Orthopaedics
Total hip replacement
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This includes pre-operative x-rays, all consumables, all implants, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£5,800
Orthopaedics
Fracture Repair (Minor)
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(Pin, Wire, Plate and single plate) This includes pre-operative x-rays, all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night.
£2,500
Orthopaedics
Angular Limb (including CT Scan)
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Cost
£4,000
Orthopaedics
Arthrodesis (ALL)
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Cost
£3,800
Orthopaedics
Amputation
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Cost
£2,000
Orthopaedics
Arthroscopy
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This includes all consumables, general anaesthetic and hospitalisation for one night. If Bilateral it is an extra £800.
£1,200
Orthopaedics
Ultrasound
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Abdominal
£500
This includes sedation if needed and interpretation from a RCVS practitioner or a RCVS advanced practitioner in Cardiology
Echocardiograph
£500
This includes sedation if needed and interpretation from a RCVS practitioner or a RCVS advanced practitioner in Cardiology
Full cardio work-up
£1,000
Full cardio work-up including x-rays, echocardiogram and consultation
Add-on CT Scan: £1,000
Imaging
X-Rays
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This includes all sedation (or general anaesthetic), as many views as needed.Including an interpretation from one of our 4 RCVS advanced practitioners
£595
Imaging
3D Guides
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Cost
Case dependent
Neurology
Your questions, answered
Quick answers for vets and pet owners about referrals, services, and what to expect.
Yes. Most of our procedures are covered by pet insurance policies. We provide a detailed, itemised invoice for every case, which makes the claims process straightforward. We can also assist with pre-authorisation requests. Please bring your insurance details to your appointment, or contact us in advance if you need guidance.
We provide a full, itemised written estimate before any procedure begins. The price in that estimate is the price you pay, it doesn’t change once approved. We’re one of the only referral centres in the UK to operate this way, and we’ve done so since 2008. No hidden fees, no end-of-treatment surprises.
No. While the majority of our cases come via veterinary referral, we welcome self-referring pet owners directly. You can book a consultation through our website. If you’re self-referring, it’s helpful to bring any recent vet notes or clinical history with you.
Complete our online referral form which takes under 5 minutes. You can also refer via our dedicated WhatsApp service by scanning the QR code on our contact page. Our team will review your submission and confirm the appointment, typically within a few hours. For urgent cases, call us directly on 01942 242001.
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