Colonoscopy can be performed either in a physician's office or in an endoscopic procedure room of a hospital.
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It depends on the indication (reason) for which the colonoscopy is being performed. If it is a simple screening colonoscopy then it is advised to wait until the period is over. The reason is that colonoscopy has a risk for perforation and bleeding. Bleeding from a perforated colon in addition to bleeding from the period may lead to a tremendous blood loss.
Colonology is the study of the colon. If there is a problem with the colon, a colonoscopy may be performed.
I Had A Colonoscopy and I have Congestion in the Cecum; Cold Forceps Biopsies were performed. Is this serious?
My doctor prescribed it for me after gall bladder removal surgery (laproscopic). It probably depends on your doctor and the surgery performed.
Colonoscopy with a biopsy can cost around $3000. Less for a screening-only colonoscopy with no polyps found. Colonoscopy with a biopsy can cost around $3000. Less for a screening-only colonoscopy with no polyps found.
That is the correct spelling of the medical term "colonoscopy".
can you eat yogart the day before a colonoscopy
Studies in late 2003 showed that virtual colonoscopy was as effective as colonoscopy for screening purposes and it offered the advantage of being less invasive and less risky. However, many physicians were unwilling to accept it
No particular day is any better than any other for having a colonoscopy.
You are given a short acting sedative for the colonoscopy. You are not permitted to drive yourself home.
No.