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A Colonoscopy is a medical procedure to check the large intestine for early signs of cancer, abnormal growths, ulcers, or any abnormalities in the colon. During a colonoscopy a long, flexible tube with a light and camera on the end is inserted into the rectum and guided through the large intestine. Pain relievers and a mild sedative may be administered for comfort. There is also a non-invasive virtual colonoscopy, which uses x-rays and computers to produce the images and display them on a screen. Virtual colonscopies do not provide as much detail as the conventional colonscopies and also during a conventional colonscopy a doctor can remove any polyps or take tissue samples which is not possible during the virtual type.
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Fast Facts:
- Types: Conventional and Virtual
- Reasons for procedure: diagnose cancer, lower intestinal bleeding, change in bowel habits, remove polyps, obtain tissue samples
- Will be asked to sign a consent form
- Will need to stop taking aspirin or iron supplements 7 to 14 days before test
- Procedure may be done in a doctor's office, clinic or hospital
- Used to screen for colorectal cancer
- Will lie on left side
- Takes 15 to 30 min
- Most report little or no discomfort during the procedure
- Pre-diet and laxatives needed to cleanse the colon
- Sometimes requires an enema
- after the test you will be observed for 1 or 2 hours
- Sometimes causes gas and abdominal cramping afterwards
- Possible complications: bleeding, perforation of the bowel
- No hospital stay
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before beginning any Colonoscopy program.
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