What is Colonoscopy?
Colonoscopy is an endoscopic procedure that examines the large intestine and rectum in detail. It is often used to diagnose digestive disorders, screen for bowel cancer and monitor polyps. Colonoscopy can detect diseases, polyps, tumors or sources of bleeding within the intestines.
How is Colonoscopy Performed?
Colonoscopy is performed with a flexible tube inserted through the patient’s anus. At the end of this tube is a camera, which allows the doctor to observe the lining of the intestines with high resolution. During the procedure, the patient is usually given a sedative and is allowed to empty their bowels in order to complete the procedure. During colonoscopy, detected polyps or areas of bleeding can be treated.
Symptoms and Reasons for Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is recommended in the following cases:
- Constant abdominal pain, bloating and gas problems
- Bloody stools or black stools
- Prolonged diarrhea or constipation
- Screening in individuals at risk of bowel cancer
- Individuals with a family history of bowel cancer
Colonoscopy Treatment Methods
Diseases can also be treated during colonoscopy:
- Polyp Removal: Polyps in the intestines can be surgically removed during a colonoscopy.
- Stopping Bleeding Bleeding in the intestines can be stopped by endoscopic methods.
- Biopsy Samples from suspicious tissues are sent for laboratory tests.
Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group is at the forefront with its high success rate and patient satisfaction in colonoscopy procedures. A safe examination process is offered with advanced endoscopic devices and expert gastroenterologist staff. In addition, all the needs of our patients before and after the procedure are meticulously met.
- Advanced Technology: High-resolution endoscopic imaging devices are used.
- Expert Team: Colonoscopy procedures are performed by experienced physicians.
- Comfortable Service: Sedation and anesthesia options ensure patient comfort during the procedure.
