Colonoscopy - Mayo Clinic
2024年2月28日 · A colonoscopy (koe-lun-OS-kuh-pee) is an exam used to look for changes — such as swollen, irritated tissues, polyps or cancer — in the large intestine (colon) and rectum. During a colonoscopy, a long, flexible tube (colonoscope) is inserted into the rectum.
Video: Colonoscopy - Mayo Clinic
2025年1月18日 · Video: Colonoscopy. Sections. Products and services. A colonoscopic examination involves gently inserting a fiber-optic colonoscope into your rectum and large intestine to view your lower gastrointestinal tract. There is a problem with information submitted for this request. Review/update the information highlighted below and resubmit the form.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to make colonoscopy bowel prep easier
2024年3月28日 · The purpose of a colonoscopy is to examine the colon and rectum for abnormalities such as polyps, tumors or inflammation, aiding in the detection and prevention of colorectal cancer. And to do that, it's important your medical team has a clear view.
Is a colonoscopy ever too risky? - Mayo Clinic Connect
2025年1月3日 · Have you explored the noninvasive colonoscopy where they scan without internal exam? I looked into it before my first one. It’s not ideal, since you still have to prep and if they see anything suspicious, you have to then have a regular one to get more details.
Dr. Derek Ebner, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, offers tips on how to make colonoscopy bowel prep, essentially a strong laxative, easier. Video Audio
Flexible sigmoidoscopy - Mayo Clinic
2024年7月9日 · Learn about this alternative to colonoscopy to screen for and detect polyps or cancer in the lower part of the colon.
Colon cancer screening: Weighing the options - Mayo Clinic
4 天之前 · Colonoscopy. During a colonoscopy exam, a long, flexible tube (colonoscope) is inserted into the rectum. A tiny video camera at the tip of the tube allows the doctor to detect changes or abnormalities inside the entire colon.
Hemorrhoidal disease: Diagnosis and management - Mayo Clinic
Grade I hemorrhoids bleed but do not prolapse; on colonoscopy, they are seen as small bulges into the lumen. Grade II hemorrhoids prolapse outside the anal canal but reduce spontaneously. Grade III hemorrhoids protrude outside the anal canal and usually require manual reduction.
Just diagnosed with tortuous colon | Mayo Clinic Connect
2023年5月14日 · I just had my first colonoscopy and the report on it says I have a tortuous colon. For some time now I have complained to my doctor that I get full after eating very little. I had loads of test done that tested my stomach and at what speed it emptied.
Afib/tachycardia and colonoscopy - Mayo Clinic Connect
2023年12月2日 · I am concerned about having a colonoscopy as the prep will wash out meds and leave me vulnerable to tachycardia. Has anyone had experience with this issue? Thank you!