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Health Encyclopedia: Sigmoidoscopy
Flexible sigmoidoscopy; Sigmoidoscopy - flexible; Proctoscopy; Proctosigmoidoscopy; Rigid sigmoidoscopy
Normal Values
Normal findings show that the lining of the sigmoid colon, rectal mucosa, rectum, and anus appear normal in color, texture, and size.
What abnormal results mean
Abnormal results can indicate:
Anal fissures Anorectal...
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Sigmoidoscopy overview
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Colon Polyps
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Colon Polyps
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Colorectal Cancer
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Colorectal Cancer
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