This procedure is used to investigate symptoms (such as
Is the colonoscopy the most effective and accurate method to diagnosis the condition?
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A colonoscopy is an internal examination of the colon (large intestine) and rectum, using an instrument called a colonoscope.How the test is... Read more »
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Conscious sedation is a combination of medicines to help you relax (a sedative) and to block pain (an anesthetic) during a medical or dental... Read more »
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What Is It? Colonoscopy is an examination of your complete colon, or large intestine. Colonoscopy is similar to another type of exam called... Read more »
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Virtual colonoscopy (VC) is an imaging or x-ray test that looks for cancer, polyps, or other disease in the large intestine (colon).Alternative... Read more »
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Anesthesia - consciousRisksConscious sedation is usually safe. However, if you are given too much of the medicine, problems with your breathing may... Read more »